Sewing and knitting needles trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in sewing and knitting needles was worth $210.2 million in 2024, about 18.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 17% since 2017, and up 7% 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 | $210.2M | 18.4K t |
| 2023 | $196.7M | 17.6K t |
| 2022 | $194.1M | 17.1K t |
| 2021 | $200.3M | 18.2K t |
| 2020 | $167.9M | 15.5K t |
| 2019 | $177.3M | 16.5K t |
| 2018 | $194.0M | 16.6K t |
| 2017 | $180.2M | 17.3K t |
Top sewing and knitting needles exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 48% of world exports, followed by Japan and the United States. The top three supply 61% between them, out of 138 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $101.8M | 49% |
| Japan | $15.1M | 7.2% |
| United States | $11.7M | 5.6% |
| Malaysia | $11.5M | 5.5% |
| India | $9.2M | 4.4% |
| Germany | $7.9M | 3.8% |
| France | $6.2M | 3% |
| Singapore | $5.8M | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $5.6M | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $3.5M | 1.7% |
| Australia | $3.4M | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $2.7M | 1.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 10% of world imports, ahead of Malaysia and India. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 26% across 207 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $21.6M | 10% |
| Malaysia | $19.6M | 9.3% |
| India | $13.8M | 6.6% |
| Germany | $12.6M | 6% |
| Singapore | $7.6M | 3.6% |
| Thailand | $7.4M | 3.5% |
| China | $6.0M | 2.9% |
| Spain | $5.5M | 2.6% |
| Hong Kong | $5.1M | 2.5% |
| Philippines | $5.1M | 2.4% |
| Russia | $4.9M | 2.3% |
| France | $4.8M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $11.40 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $44.33 per kg and China $8.31 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 7319.90: Sewing and knitting needles, bodkins, crochet hooks, embroidery stilettos and similar articles, for use in the hand, not elsewhere specified or included, of iron or steel. HS 7319 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most sewing and knitting needles?
China exported $101.8 million in 2024, 48% of the world total, followed by Japan (7%) and the United States (6%). In all, 138 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most sewing and knitting needles?
The United States imported $21.6 million in 2024, 10% of world imports, ahead of Malaysia (9%) and India (7%). The top three importers together take 26%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in sewing and knitting needles?
It was worth $210.2 million in 2024, about 18.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 17% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 138 countries reported exports and 207 reported imports.
What is the average price of sewing and knitting needles per kg?
The world average declared value was about $11.40 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $44.33 per kg and China $8.31 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 sewing and knitting needles?
The HS code for sewing and knitting needles is subheading 7319.90, in chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 7319 page.
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