Brief of India Silk Product Trade January 2025
Source: China National Textile and Apparel Council
Author: Docsun Home And Living
Date: April 22, 2025
Table of Contents
1. Market Overview
In the previous article, we learned about China’s silk commodity trade data in January 2025. Interested friends can click on the China data to learn more. Today we will focus on analyzing India’s silk commodity trade data in January 2025.
According to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of India, in January 2025, India’s silk product trade totaled 374 million USD, a year-on-year increase of 12.84%. Among this, exports amounted to 327 million USD, an increase of 11.25%, while imports reached 47 million USD, an increase of 25.27%. As a key player in the textile industry, Docsun Home and Living closely monitors these trends to optimize global supply chains.
2. India Silk Product Exports
Table 1: India’s Exports of All Silk Products to Major Markets
Unit: USD 10,000
| Country/Region | Export Amount | Share (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 32,683.00 | 100.00 | 11.25 |
| United States | 14,037.00 | 42.95 | 15.48 |
| EU (27 countries) | 6,816.00 | 20.85 | 15.29 |
| United Arab Emirates | 2,509.00 | 7.68 | 25.14 |
| United Kingdom | 1,679.00 | 5.14 | -0.71 |
| Saudi Arabia | 858.00 | 2.63 | 1.30 |
| Australia | 769.00 | 2.35 | -5.88 |
| Canada | 687.00 | 2.10 | 14.69 |
| Sri Lanka | 633.00 | 1.94 | 10.47 |
(Source: GTF)
2.1 Raw Silk and Yarn
Table 2: India’s Exports of Raw Silk and Yarn to Major Markets
| Country/Region | Export Amount | Share (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 350.00 | 100.00 | -28.13 |
| China | 229.00 | 65.43 | -36.74 |
| EU (27 countries) | 73.00 | 20.86 | -10.98 |
| Vietnam | 16.00 | 4.57 | 14.29 |
| United States | 15.00 | 4.29 | 150.00 |
Table 3: India’s Exports of Raw Silk and Yarn by Quantity
| Country/Region | Quantity (Tons) | YoY (%) | Price (USD/Kg) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 258.28 | -28.57 | 13.55 | 0.62 |
| China | 213.49 | -31.55 | 10.73 | -7.59 |
| Vietnam | 25.44 | 657.14 | 6.29 | -84.91 |
| EU (27 countries) | 12.10 | -32.48 | 60.33 | 31.84 |
2.2 Silk Fabrics
India saw a massive 70.50% growth in fabric exports. If you are looking for similar high-quality textiles, explore our custom printing services.
Table 4: India’s Exports of Silk Fabrics to Major Markets
| Country/Region | Export Amount | Share (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,341.00 | 100.00 | 70.50 |
| Sri Lanka | 537.00 | 22.94 | 8.05 |
| United Arab Emirates | 504.00 | 21.53 | 81.95 |
| Bangladesh | 420.00 | 17.94 | 247.11 |
| Singapore | 308.00 | 13.16 | 2100.00 |
| United States | 109.00 | 4.66 | 15.96 |
2.3 Silk Finished Products
Finished goods exports rose by 8.99%. Check out our scarf collection for inspiration on trending designs in these markets.
Table 5: India’s Exports of Silk Finished Products to Major Markets
| Country/Region | Export Amount | Share (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 29,992.00 | 100.00 | 8.99 |
| United States | 13,913.00 | 46.39 | 15.41 |
| EU (27 countries) | 6,664.00 | 22.22 | 15.98 |
| United Arab Emirates | 2,005.00 | 6.69 | 16.03 |
| United Kingdom | 1,638.00 | 5.46 | -0.06 |
3. India Silk Product Imports
Table 6: India’s Imports of All Silk Product from Major Sources
Unit: USD 10,000
| Country/Region | Import Amount | Share (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 4,699.00 | 100.00 | 25.27 |
| China | 2,451.00 | 52.16 | 40.06 |
| Vietnam | 844.00 | 17.96 | -17.50 |
| Bangladesh | 415.00 | 8.83 | -0.48 |
| EU (27 countries) | 226.00 | 4.81 | 62.59 |
Table 7: India’s Imports of Raw Silk and Yarn from Major Sources
| Country/Region | Import Amount | Share (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,128.00 | 100.00 | -7.39 |
| Vietnam | 707.00 | 62.68 | -18.74 |
| China | 386.00 | 34.22 | 14.20 |
| Brazil | 24.00 | 2.13 | 200.00 |
Table 8: India’s Imports of Raw Silk and Yarn by Quantity
| Country/Region | Quantity (Tons) | YoY (%) | Price (USD/Kg) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 217.04 | -1.92 | 51.97 | -5.57 |
| Vietnam | 109.50 | -20.42 | 64.57 | 2.12 |
| China | 101.58 | 23.35 | 38.00 | -7.42 |
| Brazil | 3.63 | 202.50 | 66.12 | -0.83 |
Table 9: India’s Imports of Silk Fabrics from Major Sources
| Country/Region | Import Amount | Share (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,120.00 | 100.00 | 63.96 |
| China | 1,516.00 | 71.51 | 69.76 |
| Sri Lanka | 147.00 | 6.93 | 61.54 |
| Taiwan | 109.00 | 5.14 | 179.49 |
Table 10: India’s Imports of Silk Finished Products from Major Sources
| Country/Region | Import Amount | Share (%) | YoY (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,451.00 | 100.00 | 17.02 |
| China | 549.00 | 37.84 | 5.78 |
| Bangladesh | 412.00 | 28.39 | -0.96 |
| EU (27 countries) | 156.00 | 10.75 | 48.57 |
FAQ: Trade Insights
What was the growth rate of India’s silk exports in January 2025?
India’s silk product exports grew by 11.25% year-on-year in January 2025, reaching a total of 327 million USD.
Which country is the largest market for India’s silk products?
The United States remains the largest market, accounting for 42.95% of India’s silk exports, with a significant 15.48% growth.
Can I source custom silk fabrics similar to Indian silk?
Yes. Contact us to discuss professional custom printing services on high-quality silk fabrics.
(Note from esilk.net: This article is published to share more industry information. The content is for reference only.)
