Foam mattress imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $116.6 million of foam mattress in 2024 (16.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 217 countries. Value fell 3% from 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $116.6M | 16.0K t |
| 2023 | $120.6M | 12.9K t |
| 2022 | $98.4M | 12.8K t |
| 2021 | $73.8M | 9.2K t |
| 2020 | $66.7M | 9.2K t |
| 2019 | $76.1M | 9.6K t |
| 2018 | $69.9M | 9.6K t |
| 2017 | $61.9M | 7.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports foam mattress from
Most of the value came from Denmark (40%), China (17%), Poland (15%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $46.6M | 40% |
| China | $19.9M | 17% |
| Poland | $17.8M | 15% |
| Ireland | $11.5M | 9.9% |
| Romania | $9.3M | 8% |
| Vietnam | $3.8M | 3.3% |
| Taiwan | $947K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $932K | 0.8% |
| Portugal | $925K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $640K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.28 per kg, close to the world average of $6.20.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Foam mattress exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of foam mattress by the United Kingdom reached $12.7 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to United States (25%), Ireland (17%), France (10%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.1M | 25% |
| Ireland | $2.2M | 17% |
| France | $1.3M | 9.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.2M | 9.7% |
| Belgium | $871K | 6.9% |
| Australia | $700K | 5.5% |
| Japan | $559K | 4.4% |
| Germany | $435K | 3.4% |
| Poland | $350K | 2.8% |
| Hong Kong | $215K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom foam mattress imports (HS 9404.21): 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 9404.21: Mattresses: of cellular rubber or plastics, whether or not covered.
Common questions
What is the value of foam mattress imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported foam mattress worth $116.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 217 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply foam mattress to the United Kingdom?
Denmark was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($46.6 million), followed by China (17%) and Poland (15%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 166% on the year.
What is the average import price of foam mattress per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.28 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $6.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of foam mattress to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $61.9 million in 2017 to $116.6 million in 2024, an increase of 88%. The peak was 2023 at $120.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $85.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export foam mattress?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $12.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Ireland and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $103.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for foam mattress?
The HS code for foam mattress is subheading 9404.21. 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 9404 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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