Export Blended cotton yarn from Pakistan to Japan

Japan imported US$12.1M of blended cotton yarn (HS 5206) in 2025. India supplied US$890K of that in 2025, while Pakistan supplied US$70K, a gap of US$820K. Pakistan's share of the market is 0.6%.

That gap matters: buyers in Japan already source this product from South Asia and accept the shipping times, payment terms and documents involved. Pakistan's total sales to Japan grew 22% between 2020 and 2025, which suggests buyers there are increasingly open to Pakistani suppliers.

On our opportunity score, Japan rates 47 out of 100 (worth exploring) and ranks 19th of 44 markets for this product. Next step: shortlist importers who buy from India today, prepare a price list on the right Incoterm, and list blended cotton yarn with Japan as a target market so buyers can find you.

Opportunity score
47/100 (Worth exploring)
From Pakistan (2025)
US$0.07M
From India (2025)
US$0.89M
Market size
US$12.05M
Check before you export
Japanese buyers apply strict quality, labelling and food-safety standards and usually expect samples and factory visits before ordering.

How much blended cotton yarn does Japan import?

Japan imported US$12.1M of blended cotton yarn (HS 5206) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.

Does Pakistan export blended cotton yarn to Japan?

Yes. Pakistan exported US$70K of blended cotton yarn to Japan in 2025, 0.6% of the market.

How does Pakistan compare with India in Japan for blended cotton yarn?

India leads: US$890K against Pakistan's US$70K in 2025, a gap of US$820K.

How can I start exporting blended cotton yarn to Japan?

Confirm your HS code, check Japan's duties and standards, and list your business on BusinessListing.pk with Japan as a target market. Our guide "How to Choose an Export Market" and the Japan Global Trade profile explain the next steps.