Upholstered metal chairs trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in upholstered metal chairs was worth $9.25 billion in 2024, about 1.37 million tonnes. That is an increase of 58% since 2017, and up 14% 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 | $9.25B | 1.37M t |
| 2023 | $8.12B | 1.08M t |
| 2022 | $9.44B | 1.14M t |
| 2021 | $9.32B | 1.20M t |
| 2020 | $7.31B | 1.01M t |
| 2019 | $7.04B | 991.1K t |
| 2018 | $6.48B | 927.0K t |
| 2017 | $5.86B | 903.2K t |
Top upholstered metal chairs exporting countries
Exports are led by China (63%), Italy (6%) and Vietnam (4%). 161 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 74%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.86B | 63% |
| Italy | $563.9M | 6.1% |
| Vietnam | $386.1M | 4.2% |
| Poland | $330.3M | 3.6% |
| Germany | $317.0M | 3.4% |
| Canada | $173.9M | 1.9% |
| Mexico | $158.7M | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $142.9M | 1.6% |
| Denmark | $120.5M | 1.3% |
| Spain | $100.4M | 1.1% |
| United States | $99.6M | 1.1% |
| Sweden | $83.2M | 0.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 22% of world imports, ahead of Germany and France. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 35% across 221 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.06B | 22% |
| Germany | $754.0M | 8.2% |
| France | $399.0M | 4.3% |
| Netherlands | $394.4M | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $362.5M | 3.9% |
| Canada | $328.5M | 3.6% |
| Japan | $265.4M | 2.9% |
| Australia | $256.6M | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $241.2M | 2.6% |
| Poland | $236.5M | 2.6% |
| Belgium | $215.9M | 2.3% |
| Switzerland | $209.2M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $6.74 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $15.37 per kg and China $5.69 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 9401.71: Seats: with metal frames, upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture). HS 9401 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most upholstered metal chairs?
China exported $5.86 billion in 2024, 63% of the world total, followed by Italy (6%) and Vietnam (4%). In all, 161 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most upholstered metal chairs?
The United States imported $2.06 billion in 2024, 22% of world imports, ahead of Germany (8%) and France (4%). The top three importers together take 35%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in upholstered metal chairs?
It was worth $9.25 billion in 2024, about 1.37 million tonnes. That is an increase of 58% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $9.44 billion. 161 countries reported exports and 221 reported imports.
What is the average price of upholstered metal chairs per kg?
The world average declared value was about $6.74 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $15.37 per kg and China $5.69 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 upholstered metal chairs?
The HS code for upholstered metal chairs is subheading 9401.71, 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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