Coated or laminated felt exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $15.2 million of coated or laminated felt in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 108 countries. That is 12% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $13.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $12.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $14.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 758 t |
| 2019 | $11.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $9.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $8.6M | 1.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports coated or laminated felt to
Thailand alone took 65% of it. Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $9.9M | 65% |
| Dominican Republic | $713K | 4.7% |
| Egypt | $674K | 4.4% |
| South Korea | $526K | 3.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $489K | 3.2% |
| France | $453K | 3% |
| Philippines | $422K | 2.8% |
| Ireland | $295K | 1.9% |
| Czech Republic | $218K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $192K | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.75 per kg, 239% above the world average of $4.06. 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.
Coated or laminated felt imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported coated or laminated felt worth $8.8 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 191 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from China (22%), Turkey (15%), Nepal (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+327% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.9M | 22% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 15% |
| Nepal | $1.1M | 12% |
| Thailand | $957K | 11% |
| Belgium | $715K | 8.1% |
| Italy | $561K | 6.4% |
| Spain | $458K | 5.2% |
| France | $423K | 4.8% |
| Germany | $289K | 3.3% |
| United States | $287K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom coated or laminated felt exports (HS 5602.90): 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 5602.90: Felt: impregnated, coated, covered or laminated (excluding needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fibre fabrics).
Common questions
What is the value of coated or laminated felt exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported coated or laminated felt worth $15.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 108 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy coated or laminated felt from the United Kingdom?
Thailand was the largest buyer with 65% of the value ($9.9 million), followed by the Dominican Republic (5%) and Egypt (4%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 75 buyer countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 681% on the year.
What is the average export price of coated or laminated felt per kg?
The average declared export value was about $13.75 per kg in 2024, 239% above the world average of $4.06 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of coated or laminated felt from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.6 million in 2017 to $15.2 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import coated or laminated felt?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $8.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Turkey and Nepal. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for coated or laminated felt?
The HS code for coated or laminated felt is subheading 5602.90. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5602 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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