Needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric was worth $916.4 million in 2024, about 205.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 23% since 2017, and up 5% 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 | $916.4M | 205.7K t |
| 2023 | $876.3M | 186.7K t |
| 2022 | $832.9M | 176.6K t |
| 2021 | $808.1M | 178.0K t |
| 2020 | $668.4M | 168.5K t |
| 2019 | $758.4M | 186.4K t |
| 2018 | $774.5M | 180.5K t |
| 2017 | $745.3M | 186.4K t |
Top needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 25% of world exports, followed by China and the United States. The top three supply 52% between them, out of 106 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $232.2M | 25% |
| China | $166.9M | 18% |
| United States | $78.4M | 8.6% |
| Italy | $69.4M | 7.6% |
| United Kingdom | $35.1M | 3.8% |
| France | $32.4M | 3.5% |
| South Korea | $31.6M | 3.5% |
| Canada | $29.8M | 3.3% |
| Spain | $23.8M | 2.6% |
| Belgium | $22.1M | 2.4% |
| Thailand | $17.8M | 1.9% |
| Turkey | $17.6M | 1.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (9%), Germany (7%) and Mexico (7%). 190 countries imported it, and the top three take 23% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $80.1M | 8.7% |
| Germany | $66.9M | 7.3% |
| Mexico | $64.2M | 7% |
| Czech Republic | $54.4M | 5.9% |
| Poland | $46.8M | 5.1% |
| Netherlands | $41.5M | 4.5% |
| France | $38.8M | 4.2% |
| Austria | $28.7M | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $26.4M | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $25.5M | 2.8% |
| China | $25.1M | 2.7% |
| Spain | $25.1M | 2.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $4.45 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $8.37 per kg and China $2.73 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 5602.10: Felt: needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fibre fabrics, whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated. HS 5602 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric?
Germany exported $232.2 million in 2024, 25% of the world total, followed by China (18%) and the United States (9%). In all, 106 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric?
The United States imported $80.1 million in 2024, 9% of world imports, ahead of Germany (7%) and Mexico (7%). The top three importers together take 23%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric?
It was worth $916.4 million in 2024, about 205.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 23% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 106 countries reported exports and 190 reported imports.
What is the average price of needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric per kg?
The world average declared value was about $4.45 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $8.37 per kg and China $2.73 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 needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric?
The HS code for needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric is subheading 5602.10, 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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