Pillow and cushion trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in pillow and cushion was worth $11.75 billion in 2024, about 1.72 million tonnes. That is an increase of 18% since 2017, and up 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 | $11.75B | 1.72M t |
| 2023 | $11.05B | 1.59M t |
| 2022 | $12.47B | 1.72M t |
| 2021 | $13.71B | 2.04M t |
| 2020 | $10.69B | 1.73M t |
| 2019 | $11.01B | 1.59M t |
| 2018 | $10.79B | 1.60M t |
| 2017 | $9.95B | 1.51M t |
Top pillow and cushion exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 62% of world exports, followed by India and Poland. The top three supply 71% between them, out of 205 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.28B | 62% |
| India | $577.8M | 4.9% |
| Poland | $482.1M | 4.1% |
| Germany | $352.1M | 3% |
| Pakistan | $285.9M | 2.4% |
| United States | $203.3M | 1.7% |
| Mexico | $193.4M | 1.7% |
| Vietnam | $157.6M | 1.3% |
| Spain | $143.4M | 1.2% |
| Bulgaria | $136.6M | 1.2% |
| Italy | $136.5M | 1.2% |
| Estonia | $132.1M | 1.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (29%), Japan (8%) and Germany (7%). 222 countries imported it, and the top three take 43% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.43B | 29% |
| Japan | $893.1M | 7.6% |
| Germany | $771.1M | 6.6% |
| United Kingdom | $469.7M | 4% |
| France | $376.3M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $359.5M | 3.1% |
| South Korea | $331.3M | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $316.9M | 2.7% |
| Australia | $294.7M | 2.5% |
| Poland | $225.2M | 1.9% |
| Mexico | $179.1M | 1.5% |
| Spain | $174.9M | 1.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $6.85 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $13.30 per kg and Pakistan $5.94 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 9404.90: Bedding and similar furnishing articles: n.e.c. in heading no. 9404 (e.g. quilts, eiderdowns, cushions, pouffes and pillows). HS 9404 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most pillow and cushion?
China exported $7.28 billion in 2024, 62% of the world total, followed by India (5%) and Poland (4%). In all, 205 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most pillow and cushion?
The United States imported $3.43 billion in 2024, 29% of world imports, ahead of Japan (8%) and Germany (7%). The top three importers together take 43%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in pillow and cushion?
It was worth $11.75 billion in 2024, about 1.72 million tonnes. That is an increase of 18% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $13.71 billion. 205 countries reported exports and 222 reported imports.
What is the average price of pillow and cushion per kg?
The world average declared value was about $6.85 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $13.30 per kg and Pakistan $5.94 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 pillow and cushion?
The HS code for pillow and cushion is subheading 9404.90, 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 9404 page.
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