Specialty seats trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in specialty seats was worth $5.32 billion in 2024, about 807.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 22% since 2017, and up 8% 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 | $5.32B | 807.1K t |
| 2023 | $4.95B | 695.3K t |
| 2022 | $5.64B | 784.4K t |
| 2021 | $5.48B | 770.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.33B | 648.2K t |
| 2019 | $4.33B | 687.1K t |
| 2018 | $4.49B | 694.3K t |
| 2017 | $4.36B | 669.6K t |
Top specialty seats exporting countries
Exports are led by China (58%), Italy (8%) and Germany (5%). 181 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 71%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.10B | 58% |
| Italy | $401.6M | 7.6% |
| Germany | $266.5M | 5% |
| Poland | $188.3M | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $120.0M | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $114.5M | 2.2% |
| United States | $101.0M | 1.9% |
| Spain | $95.7M | 1.8% |
| France | $88.1M | 1.7% |
| Mexico | $78.1M | 1.5% |
| Vietnam | $66.6M | 1.3% |
| Denmark | $46.0M | 0.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 26% of world imports, ahead of Germany and the United Kingdom. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 39% across 223 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.37B | 26% |
| Germany | $438.0M | 8.2% |
| United Kingdom | $251.1M | 4.7% |
| France | $248.0M | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $236.0M | 4.4% |
| Canada | $166.7M | 3.1% |
| Japan | $164.1M | 3.1% |
| Spain | $134.9M | 2.5% |
| Poland | $130.3M | 2.5% |
| Australia | $113.1M | 2.1% |
| Italy | $105.3M | 2% |
| South Korea | $98.1M | 1.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $6.59 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $13.27 per kg and the United States $3.94 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 9401.80: Seats: n.e.c. in heading no. 9401, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture). HS 9401 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most specialty seats?
China exported $3.10 billion in 2024, 58% of the world total, followed by Italy (8%) and Germany (5%). In all, 181 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most specialty seats?
The United States imported $1.37 billion in 2024, 26% of world imports, ahead of Germany (8%) and the United Kingdom (5%). The top three importers together take 39%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in specialty seats?
It was worth $5.32 billion in 2024, about 807.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 22% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $5.64 billion. 181 countries reported exports and 223 reported imports.
What is the average price of specialty seats per kg?
The world average declared value was about $6.59 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $13.27 per kg and the United States $3.94 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 specialty seats?
The HS code for specialty seats is subheading 9401.80, 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 9401 page.
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