Synthetic baskets and wickerwork trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in synthetic baskets and wickerwork was worth $544.3 million in 2024, about 78.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 19% since 2017, and down 13% 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 | $544.3M | 78.7K t |
| 2023 | $623.9M | 122.1K t |
| 2022 | $725.5M | 152.6K t |
| 2021 | $764.9M | 173.2K t |
| 2020 | $554.1M | 140.2K t |
| 2019 | $525.0M | 124.9K t |
| 2018 | $482.5M | 85.6K t |
| 2017 | $456.3M | 85.8K t |
Top synthetic baskets and wickerwork exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 44% of world exports, followed by India and Vietnam. The top three supply 72% between them, out of 165 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $240.5M | 44% |
| India | $81.2M | 15% |
| Vietnam | $70.2M | 13% |
| Thailand | $19.1M | 3.5% |
| Poland | $13.4M | 2.5% |
| Madagascar | $11.8M | 2.2% |
| Germany | $9.5M | 1.7% |
| Bangladesh | $7.8M | 1.4% |
| Indonesia | $7.6M | 1.4% |
| Canada | $7.1M | 1.3% |
| Cambodia | $6.5M | 1.2% |
| Romania | $5.5M | 1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 37% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Saudi Arabia. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 49% across 205 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $202.4M | 37% |
| Germany | $38.1M | 7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $24.9M | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $22.9M | 4.2% |
| Italy | $22.1M | 4.1% |
| France | $21.2M | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $21.1M | 3.9% |
| Japan | $14.2M | 2.6% |
| Spain | $12.5M | 2.3% |
| Poland | $11.4M | 2.1% |
| Canada | $10.4M | 1.9% |
| Australia | $9.0M | 1.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $6.91 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, India averaged $36.32 per kg and Poland $4.30 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 4602.90: Basketwork, wickerwork and other articles: of non-vegetable materials, made directly to shape from plaiting materials or made up from goods of heading no. 4601. HS 4602 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most synthetic baskets and wickerwork?
China exported $240.5 million in 2024, 44% of the world total, followed by India (15%) and Vietnam (13%). In all, 165 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most synthetic baskets and wickerwork?
The United States imported $202.4 million in 2024, 37% of world imports, ahead of Germany (7%) and Saudi Arabia (5%). The top three importers together take 49%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in synthetic baskets and wickerwork?
It was worth $544.3 million in 2024, about 78.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 19% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $764.9 million. 165 countries reported exports and 205 reported imports.
What is the average price of synthetic baskets and wickerwork per kg?
The world average declared value was about $6.91 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, India averaged $36.32 per kg and Poland $4.30 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 synthetic baskets and wickerwork?
The HS code for synthetic baskets and wickerwork is subheading 4602.90, in chapter 46 (manufactures of straw, esparto or other plaiting materials; basketware and wickerwork). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 4602 page.
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