Metal furniture trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in metal furniture was worth $23.40 billion in 2024, about 5.72 million tonnes. That is an increase of 47% since 2017, and up 9% 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 | $23.40B | 5.72M t |
| 2023 | $21.49B | 4.61M t |
| 2022 | $24.72B | 5.18M t |
| 2021 | $23.24B | 5.44M t |
| 2020 | $18.14B | 4.56M t |
| 2019 | $17.68B | 4.53M t |
| 2018 | $17.78B | 4.52M t |
| 2017 | $15.91B | 4.13M t |
Top metal furniture exporting countries
Exports are led by China (49%), Germany (6%) and Vietnam (5%). 201 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 60%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.39B | 49% |
| Germany | $1.50B | 6.4% |
| Vietnam | $1.24B | 5.3% |
| Mexico | $770.2M | 3.3% |
| Italy | $726.0M | 3.1% |
| United States | $702.6M | 3% |
| Poland | $619.9M | 2.7% |
| Canada | $619.3M | 2.7% |
| Taiwan | $616.8M | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $409.0M | 1.8% |
| Spain | $398.2M | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $381.7M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (30%), Germany (7%) and the United Kingdom (5%). 224 countries imported it, and the top three take 41% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $6.93B | 30% |
| Germany | $1.58B | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $1.08B | 4.6% |
| France | $1.07B | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $864.9M | 3.7% |
| Canada | $808.2M | 3.5% |
| Japan | $646.8M | 2.8% |
| Poland | $562.7M | 2.4% |
| Australia | $527.6M | 2.3% |
| Spain | $435.6M | 1.9% |
| Italy | $408.8M | 1.8% |
| Switzerland | $385.1M | 1.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $4.09 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $7.99 per kg and China $3.17 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 9403.20: Furniture: metal, other than for office use. HS 9403 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most metal furniture?
China exported $11.39 billion in 2024, 49% of the world total, followed by Germany (6%) and Vietnam (5%). In all, 201 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most metal furniture?
The United States imported $6.93 billion in 2024, 30% of world imports, ahead of Germany (7%) and the United Kingdom (5%). 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 metal furniture?
It was worth $23.40 billion in 2024, about 5.72 million tonnes. That is an increase of 47% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $24.72 billion. 201 countries reported exports and 224 reported imports.
What is the average price of metal furniture per kg?
The world average declared value was about $4.09 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $7.99 per kg and China $3.17 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for metal furniture?
The HS code for metal furniture is subheading 9403.20, in chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 9403 page.
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