Decorative plaque trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in decorative plaque was worth $751.0 million in 2024, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 85% since 2017, and down 6% 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 | $751.0M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $802.3M | 4.5K t |
| 2022 | $719.0M | 5.0K t |
| 2021 | $552.3M | 5.7K t |
| 2020 | $353.5M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $556.0M | 5.0K t |
| 2018 | $527.3M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $405.2M | 4.5K t |
Top decorative plaque exporting countries
Exports are led by the United States (25%), the United Kingdom (18%) and France (8%). 179 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 51%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $190.2M | 25% |
| United Kingdom | $134.9M | 18% |
| France | $58.2M | 7.8% |
| Germany | $54.3M | 7.2% |
| India | $50.0M | 6.7% |
| Italy | $27.9M | 3.7% |
| South Korea | $25.2M | 3.4% |
| Switzerland | $24.4M | 3.3% |
| China | $22.0M | 2.9% |
| South Africa | $15.3M | 2% |
| Japan | $11.9M | 1.6% |
| Spain | $11.2M | 1.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (24%), the United Kingdom (13%) and India (10%). 200 countries imported it, and the top three take 47% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $181.4M | 24% |
| United Kingdom | $96.9M | 13% |
| India | $74.6M | 9.9% |
| Switzerland | $49.8M | 6.6% |
| France | $39.0M | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $38.0M | 5.1% |
| Singapore | $34.7M | 4.6% |
| Hong Kong | $32.3M | 4.3% |
| Germany | $28.3M | 3.8% |
| Italy | $17.5M | 2.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $15.3M | 2% |
| Belgium | $12.4M | 1.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $184.36 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Korea averaged $1,350.35 per kg and Italy $551.41 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 9701.90: Artwork: collages and similar decorative plaques. HS 9701 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most decorative plaque?
The United States exported $190.2 million in 2024, 25% of the world total, followed by the United Kingdom (18%) and France (8%). In all, 179 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most decorative plaque?
The United States imported $181.4 million in 2024, 24% of world imports, ahead of the United Kingdom (13%) and India (10%). The top three importers together take 47%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in decorative plaque?
It was worth $751.0 million in 2024, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 85% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $802.3 million. 179 countries reported exports and 200 reported imports.
What is the average price of decorative plaque per kg?
The world average declared value was about $184.36 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Korea averaged $1,350.35 per kg and Italy $551.41 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 decorative plaque?
The HS code for decorative plaque is subheading 9701.90, in chapter 97 (works of art; collectors' pieces and antiques). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 9701 page.
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