Bed Linen Exporter from India to the UK
OEKO-TEX certified · UK sizing & labelling standards
Post-Brexit customs documentation · FOB Cochin
India's Trusted Bed Linen Exporter to the United Kingdom
Anabyn is a verified bed linen exporter from India to the UK, supplying UK hotel groups, NHS linen companies, retail chains, and e-commerce brands with premium cotton bed sheets, bath towels, and hospitality linen manufactured in Thrissur, Kerala. We supply in UK sizing standards with UK-compliant care labelling and complete post-Brexit export documentation.
Export Details: India → United Kingdom
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Destination Ports | Felixstowe, Southampton, London Gateway, Liverpool, Glasgow |
| Sea Freight Transit | Approximately 20–25 days (Cochin → Suez → UK) |
| Air Freight | Heathrow (LHR), Manchester — 3–5 working days |
| Incoterms | FOB Cochin · CIF UK Port · Ex-Works |
| UK Import Duty (Post-Brexit) | Cotton bed linen (HS 6302.21) — typically 12% MFN. UK-India FTA under negotiation (2024–). |
| UK Import Duty (Towels) | Cotton towels (HS 6302.60) — typically 12% MFN |
| Payment | T/T, L/C, Wise — GBP and USD accepted |
| UK Standards | OEKO-TEX, REACH compliance, UK CA labelling |
Why UK Buyers Choose Anabyn
OEKO-TEX & REACH Compliant
UK retailers require OEKO-TEX Standard 100 and REACH regulation chemical compliance. All Anabyn linen ships with full certification documentation.
UK Sizing Standards
We manufacture to UK bed sizes — Single (90x190cm), Double (135x190cm), King (150x200cm), Super King (180x200cm) — no conversion needed.
Post-Brexit Documentation
We provide all Indian export documentation required for UK HMRC customs clearance. Your UK broker handles the import declaration using our paperwork.
UK Care Labelling
UK textile import law requires care instructions in English on fabric labels. We apply compliant GINETEX-symbol + English instruction labels before export.
Hospitality Supply Experience
We supply UK hotel groups, NHS linen management companies, Airbnb operators, and retail bedding brands.
Competitive Factory Pricing
FOB Cochin factory pricing — significantly below UK wholesale buying prices, especially post-Brexit where FTA benefits are being negotiated.
Export Documents Provided
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the import duty on bed linen from India to the UK post-Brexit?
Post-Brexit, India no longer benefits from EU GSP terms with the UK. The UK MFN (Most Favoured Nation) duty on cotton bed linen (HS 6302.21) is approximately 12%. A UK-India Free Trade Agreement has been under negotiation since 2022 — once concluded, duty rates are expected to reduce significantly. Consult your UK customs broker for current applicable rates.
What UK bed sizes do you manufacture?
We manufacture to UK standard sizes: Single (90x190cm), Double (135x190cm), King (150x200cm), and Super King (180x200cm). We also manufacture UK floor-length bed skirts and valances, which differ in drop measurement from US equivalents.
How long does sea freight take from India to the UK?
Sea freight from Cochin (Kochi), Kerala to UK ports (Felixstowe, Southampton) takes approximately 20–25 days via the Suez Canal route. Production lead time before shipment is 25–45 days. Air freight to Heathrow takes 3–5 working days.
Do your bed sheets meet UK REACH chemical regulations?
Yes. Our fabrics are OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified, which tests for over 100 harmful substances including all REACH-restricted substances relevant to textile imports. We can provide REACH compliance statements for specific substances on request.
Can you supply NHS-approved hospital linen to the UK?
We manufacture medical-grade cotton and poly-cotton hospital linen that meets common NHS specification requirements — including high-temperature laundry resistance, anti-pilling, and OEKO-TEX certification. We recommend UK buyers verify specific NHS trust specification requirements with us before ordering.
What is the MOQ for bed sheet exports?
Plain hotel bed sheets and pillowcases: 200 pieces per SKU. Custom embroidered or branded sheets: 200 pieces. Retail private-label programmes: 3,000–5,000 pieces per SKU depending on customisation. We accept mixed-product containers combining sheets, duvet covers, pillowcases and towels.
Do you offer OEM or private-label bed linen manufacturing?
Yes — full OEM / private-label programmes including custom woven labels, embroidered logos, branded packaging, retail-ready EAN-13 barcodes and dealer numbers. Common for hotel groups, DTC bedding brands and bedding retailers. MOQ for private label is 2,000 pieces per SKU.
Are your bed sheets OEKO-TEX certified?
Yes. All Anabyn bed linen is manufactured under OEKO-TEX Standard 100, certifying that fabrics and dyes meet strict limits on harmful substances. Certificate is supplied with every shipment — required by most international retail and hospitality buyers.
What thread counts (TC) do you supply?
We supply 200TC (institutional), 300TC (mid-range hospitality), 400TC (premium hospitality), and 600TC+ (luxury). Percale and sateen weaves available in all TC ranges. Custom yarn counts on request from 5,000-piece orders.
Do you offer GOTS-certified organic cotton sheets?
Yes. GOTS-certified organic cotton bed linen with full chain-of-custody documentation from farm to finished product. Used by organic retailers, eco-conscious DTC brands and luxury sustainable hospitality.
Can you produce custom mattress sizes?
Yes. We manufacture to bespoke mattress dimensions including extra-deep pocket fitted sheets (up to 40 cm), king/queen/Euro double, and non-standard sizes for boutique mattress brands. Specify exact dimensions and pocket depth at quote stage.
How does Anabyn handle quality inspection?
Every production run is inspected to AQL 2.5 standard, which is the retail industry baseline. AQL 1.5 (stricter) is available on request for luxury hospitality, retail or Japanese-market orders. Independent third-party inspection (SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek) can be arranged at buyer cost.
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