Export Cotton-blend woven fabrics (light) from Pakistan to Japan

Pakistan is already ahead of India in Japan for cotton-blend woven fabrics (light) (HS 5210). In 2025 Pakistani exporters sold US$130K here against India's US$120K, out of total imports of US$10.5M in 2025, giving Pakistan 1.2% of the market.

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 43 out of 100 (worth exploring) and ranks 14th of 64 markets for this product.

For a Pakistani exporter this is a market to defend and deepen rather than open: buyers know Pakistani supply, so the competition is often other Pakistani firms. Next step: show certifications, lead times and capacity clearly on your listing so importers in Japan can compare you quickly.

Opportunity score
43/100 (Worth exploring)
From Pakistan (2025)
US$0.13M
From India (2025)
US$0.12M
Market size
US$10.54M
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 cotton-blend woven fabrics (light) does Japan import?

Japan imported US$10.5M of cotton-blend woven fabrics (light) (HS 5210) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.

Does Pakistan export cotton-blend woven fabrics (light) to Japan?

Yes. Pakistan exported US$130K of cotton-blend woven fabrics (light) to Japan in 2025, 1.2% of the market.

How does Pakistan compare with India in Japan for cotton-blend woven fabrics (light)?

Pakistan leads: US$130K against India's US$120K in 2025.

How can I start exporting cotton-blend woven fabrics (light) 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.