Carpet and floor covering trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in carpet and floor covering was worth $2.08 billion in 2024, about 483.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 45% since 2017, and up 10% 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 | $2.08B | 483.5K t |
| 2023 | $1.89B | 386.8K t |
| 2022 | $2.10B | 391.0K t |
| 2021 | $1.99B | 383.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.72B | 333.1K t |
| 2019 | $1.60B | 359.1K t |
| 2018 | $1.55B | 367.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.44B | 341.7K t |
Top carpet and floor covering exporting countries
Exports are led by China (58%), India (14%) and Turkey (4%). 177 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 75%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.20B | 58% |
| India | $285.1M | 14% |
| Turkey | $83.6M | 4% |
| Netherlands | $49.6M | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $47.2M | 2.3% |
| United States | $45.7M | 2.2% |
| Germany | $41.5M | 2% |
| France | $32.0M | 1.5% |
| Egypt | $30.2M | 1.5% |
| Poland | $28.3M | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $27.7M | 1.3% |
| Vietnam | $18.6M | 0.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (16%), Iraq (7%) and Japan (6%). 218 countries imported it, and the top three take 29% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $332.6M | 16% |
| Iraq | $139.3M | 6.7% |
| Japan | $128.7M | 6.2% |
| Germany | $116.9M | 5.6% |
| France | $112.5M | 5.4% |
| United Kingdom | $89.0M | 4.3% |
| Canada | $68.5M | 3.3% |
| Brazil | $60.7M | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $58.2M | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $55.8M | 2.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $51.1M | 2.5% |
| Mexico | $40.9M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $4.30 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $6.88 per kg and Turkey $3.72 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 5705: Carpets and other textile floor coverings; n.e.c. in chapter 57, whether or not made up. HS 5705 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most carpet and floor covering?
China exported $1.20 billion in 2024, 58% of the world total, followed by India (14%) and Turkey (4%). In all, 177 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most carpet and floor covering?
The United States imported $332.6 million in 2024, 16% of world imports, ahead of Iraq (7%) and Japan (6%). The top three importers together take 29%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in carpet and floor covering?
It was worth $2.08 billion in 2024, about 483.5 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 45% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $2.10 billion. 177 countries reported exports and 218 reported imports.
What is the average price of carpet and floor covering per kg?
The world average declared value was about $4.30 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $6.88 per kg and Turkey $3.72 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 carpet and floor covering?
The HS code for carpet and floor covering is heading 5705, in chapter 57 (carpets and other textile floor coverings). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 5705 page.
How can I find carpet and floor covering buyers and suppliers?
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