Automobile seats trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in automobile seats was worth $3.27 billion in 2024, about 255.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 25% since 2017, and down 3% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.27B | 255.8K t |
| 2023 | $3.38B | 255.2K t |
| 2022 | $3.16B | 259.8K t |
| 2021 | $2.68B | 217.7K t |
| 2020 | $2.28B | 183.7K t |
| 2019 | $2.83B | 236.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.97B | 257.7K t |
| 2017 | $2.62B | 242.3K t |
Top automobile seats exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 14% of world exports, followed by the Czech Republic and Germany. The top three supply 41% between them, out of 143 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $465.1M | 14% |
| Czech Republic | $460.6M | 14% |
| Germany | $405.2M | 12% |
| Poland | $323.7M | 9.9% |
| United States | $255.7M | 7.8% |
| Mexico | $177.2M | 5.4% |
| Turkey | $164.8M | 5% |
| Italy | $121.5M | 3.7% |
| Spain | $114.9M | 3.5% |
| France | $77.2M | 2.4% |
| Portugal | $67.5M | 2.1% |
| Thailand | $63.7M | 2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Germany is the biggest buyer with 17% of world imports, ahead of the United States and Spain. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 32% across 207 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $566.7M | 17% |
| United States | $308.4M | 9.4% |
| Spain | $172.8M | 5.3% |
| France | $172.4M | 5.3% |
| Czech Republic | $147.9M | 4.5% |
| Canada | $114.7M | 3.5% |
| Slovakia | $108.8M | 3.3% |
| India | $102.3M | 3.1% |
| Mexico | $100.5M | 3.1% |
| Brazil | $92.0M | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $91.2M | 2.8% |
| Iran | $90.0M | 2.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $12.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $23.62 per kg and Turkey $9.10 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 9401.20: Seats: of a kind used for motor vehicles. HS 9401 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most automobile seats?
China exported $465.1 million in 2024, 14% of the world total, followed by the Czech Republic (14%) and Germany (12%). In all, 143 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most automobile seats?
Germany imported $566.7 million in 2024, 17% of world imports, ahead of the United States (9%) and Spain (5%). The top three importers together take 32%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in automobile seats?
It was worth $3.27 billion in 2024, about 255.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 25% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $3.38 billion. 143 countries reported exports and 207 reported imports.
What is the average price of automobile seats per kg?
The world average declared value was about $12.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $23.62 per kg and Turkey $9.10 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for automobile seats?
The HS code for automobile seats is subheading 9401.20, in chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 9401 page.
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