Cane chairs imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cane chairs by the United Kingdom reached $3.4 million in 2024 (337 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 186 countries. Value fell 31% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $5.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.4M | 337 t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 587 t |
| 2022 | $5.5M | 815 t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 334 t |
| 2020 | $1.8M | 362 t |
| 2019 | $3.1M | 366 t |
| 2018 | $4.0M | 455 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 386 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports cane chairs from
The largest suppliers were Thailand (32%), Indonesia (20%), Italy (18%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+397% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $1.1M | 32% |
| Indonesia | $670K | 20% |
| Italy | $620K | 18% |
| China | $546K | 16% |
| Vietnam | $114K | 3.3% |
| France | $89K | 2.6% |
| Spain | $57K | 1.7% |
| United States | $38K | 1.1% |
| Portugal | $32K | 0.9% |
| Taiwan | $28K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.11 per kg, 151% above the world average of $4.02. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cane chairs exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $699 thousand of cane chairs in 2024 (172 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Philippines (35%), United States (17%), Morocco (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Philippines grew fastest (+764% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $243K | 35% |
| United States | $122K | 17% |
| Morocco | $115K | 16% |
| Ireland | $66K | 9.5% |
| Italy | $46K | 6.6% |
| France | $24K | 3.4% |
| Germany | $14K | 1.9% |
| Denmark | $9K | 1.3% |
| Portugal | $9K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $8K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cane chairs imports (HS 9401.59): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 9401.59: Seats: of cane, osier or similar materials, other than bamboo or rattan.
Common questions
What is the value of cane chairs imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported cane chairs worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 337 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 186 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply cane chairs to the United Kingdom?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Indonesia (20%) and Italy (18%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 397% on the year.
What is the average import price of cane chairs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.11 per kg in 2024, 151% above the world average of $4.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cane chairs to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. The peak was 2022 at $5.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export cane chairs?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $699 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Philippines, the United States and Morocco. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for cane chairs?
The HS code for cane chairs is subheading 9401.59. It sits in HS 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 full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9401 page.
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