Braid trim trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in braid trim was worth $225.4 million in 2024, about 22.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 7% since 2017, and down 12% 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 | $225.4M | 22.8K t |
| 2023 | $255.4M | 20.3K t |
| 2022 | $294.3M | 25.2K t |
| 2021 | $281.3M | 22.7K t |
| 2020 | $224.0M | 18.8K t |
| 2019 | $245.0M | 19.7K t |
| 2018 | $240.0M | 18.2K t |
| 2017 | $210.2M | 18.6K t |
Top braid trim exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 32% of world exports, followed by Germany and France. The top three supply 53% between them, out of 109 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $72.6M | 32% |
| Germany | $28.0M | 12% |
| France | $17.8M | 7.9% |
| Taiwan | $15.1M | 6.7% |
| United States | $12.4M | 5.5% |
| Mexico | $9.7M | 4.3% |
| India | $5.1M | 2.3% |
| Japan | $4.9M | 2.2% |
| Italy | $4.3M | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $4.2M | 1.9% |
| South Africa | $3.9M | 1.7% |
| Vietnam | $3.4M | 1.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Vietnam (10%), the United States (8%) and Germany (6%). 186 countries imported it, and the top three take 24% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $22.9M | 10% |
| United States | $18.4M | 8.2% |
| Germany | $13.5M | 6% |
| Bangladesh | $10.4M | 4.6% |
| India | $10.1M | 4.5% |
| Mexico | $7.7M | 3.4% |
| Cambodia | $7.7M | 3.4% |
| Czech Republic | $7.2M | 3.2% |
| Poland | $6.8M | 3% |
| Japan | $5.4M | 2.4% |
| China | $4.9M | 2.2% |
| Romania | $4.9M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $9.89 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $30.42 per kg and China $6.49 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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The shipment records behind Braid trim (HS 5808.10) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 5808.10: Braids: in the piece. HS 5808 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most braid trim?
China exported $72.6 million in 2024, 32% of the world total, followed by Germany (12%) and France (8%). In all, 109 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most braid trim?
Vietnam imported $22.9 million in 2024, 10% of world imports, ahead of the United States (8%) and Germany (6%). The top three importers together take 24%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in braid trim?
It was worth $225.4 million in 2024, about 22.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 7% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $294.3 million. 109 countries reported exports and 186 reported imports.
What is the average price of braid trim per kg?
The world average declared value was about $9.89 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $30.42 per kg and China $6.49 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 braid trim?
The HS code for braid trim is subheading 5808.10, in chapter 58 (fabrics; special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings, embroidery). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 5808 page.
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