Felt (non-wool) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in felt (non-wool) was worth $185.7 million in 2024, about 69.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 36% 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 | $185.7M | 69.2K t |
| 2023 | $190.7M | 64.0K t |
| 2022 | $194.4M | 73.6K t |
| 2021 | $192.9M | 72.9K t |
| 2020 | $170.1M | 66.1K t |
| 2019 | $168.5M | 65.8K t |
| 2018 | $154.1M | 56.3K t |
| 2017 | $136.9M | 50.1K t |
Top felt (non-wool) exporting countries
Exports are led by China (32%), Turkey (16%) and the United States (10%). 95 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 57%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $58.6M | 32% |
| Turkey | $29.3M | 16% |
| United States | $17.6M | 9.5% |
| Denmark | $11.0M | 5.9% |
| Germany | $8.9M | 4.8% |
| Netherlands | $8.3M | 4.5% |
| Japan | $7.6M | 4.1% |
| Italy | $7.4M | 4% |
| Belgium | $5.4M | 2.9% |
| France | $3.1M | 1.7% |
| India | $3.0M | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2.4M | 1.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 6% of world imports, ahead of Mexico and Sweden. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 18% across 188 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $11.7M | 6.3% |
| Mexico | $11.0M | 5.9% |
| Sweden | $10.6M | 5.7% |
| United Kingdom | $8.4M | 4.5% |
| Romania | $7.5M | 4% |
| France | $6.5M | 3.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5.7M | 3.1% |
| Vietnam | $5.5M | 3% |
| India | $5.3M | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $5.2M | 2.8% |
| Canada | $5.2M | 2.8% |
| Indonesia | $5.0M | 2.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.68 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $20.55 per kg and Turkey $0.89 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 5602.29: Felt: of textile materials other than wool or fine animal hair (excluding needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fibre fabrics), not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated. HS 5602 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most felt (non-wool)?
China exported $58.6 million in 2024, 32% of the world total, followed by Turkey (16%) and the United States (10%). In all, 95 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most felt (non-wool)?
The United States imported $11.7 million in 2024, 6% of world imports, ahead of Mexico (6%) and Sweden (6%). The top three importers together take 18%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in felt (non-wool)?
It was worth $185.7 million in 2024, about 69.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 36% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $194.4 million. 95 countries reported exports and 188 reported imports.
What is the average price of felt (non-wool) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.68 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $20.55 per kg and Turkey $0.89 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 felt (non-wool)?
The HS code for felt (non-wool) is subheading 5602.29, in chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 5602 page.
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