Bamboo baskets and wickerwork trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in bamboo baskets and wickerwork was worth $190.1 million in 2024, about 42.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 4% since 2017, and down 4% 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 | $190.1M | 42.1K t |
| 2023 | $197.2M | 37.8K t |
| 2022 | $244.4M | 38.1K t |
| 2021 | $239.2M | 40.0K t |
| 2020 | $184.8M | 32.8K t |
| 2019 | $192.1M | 31.7K t |
| 2018 | $183.7M | 33.5K t |
| 2017 | $182.3M | 40.9K t |
Top bamboo baskets and wickerwork exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 50% of world exports, followed by Vietnam and Mexico. The top three supply 79% between them, out of 121 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $95.6M | 50% |
| Vietnam | $27.7M | 15% |
| Mexico | $26.8M | 14% |
| Italy | $11.0M | 5.8% |
| Indonesia | $4.8M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $4.3M | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $2.9M | 1.5% |
| France | $2.0M | 1% |
| Hungary | $1.6M | 0.9% |
| Poland | $1.6M | 0.9% |
| Bangladesh | $1.2M | 0.7% |
| Spain | $1.0M | 0.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 27% of world imports, ahead of France and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 41% across 193 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $51.7M | 27% |
| France | $13.9M | 7.3% |
| Germany | $12.0M | 6.3% |
| Netherlands | $10.9M | 5.8% |
| United Kingdom | $10.2M | 5.4% |
| Japan | $8.6M | 4.5% |
| Spain | $7.3M | 3.8% |
| Poland | $5.4M | 2.9% |
| Italy | $4.9M | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $4.5M | 2.4% |
| Brazil | $3.4M | 1.8% |
| Canada | $3.2M | 1.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $4.52 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Mexico averaged $126.51 per kg and the Netherlands $0.73 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 4602.11: Basketwork, wickerwork and other articles: of bamboo, made directly to shape from plaiting materials or made up from goods of heading no. 4601. HS 4602 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most bamboo baskets and wickerwork?
China exported $95.6 million in 2024, 50% of the world total, followed by Vietnam (15%) and Mexico (14%). In all, 121 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most bamboo baskets and wickerwork?
The United States imported $51.7 million in 2024, 27% of world imports, ahead of France (7%) and Germany (6%). The top three importers together take 41%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in bamboo baskets and wickerwork?
It was worth $190.1 million in 2024, about 42.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 4% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $244.4 million. 121 countries reported exports and 193 reported imports.
What is the average price of bamboo baskets and wickerwork per kg?
The world average declared value was about $4.52 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Mexico averaged $126.51 per kg and the Netherlands $0.73 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for bamboo baskets and wickerwork?
The HS code for bamboo baskets and wickerwork is subheading 4602.11, in chapter 46 (manufactures of straw, esparto or other plaiting materials; basketware and wickerwork). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 4602 page.
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