Hand-woven style carpet imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $8.3 million of hand-woven style carpet in 2024 (446 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 177 countries. That is 14% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $8.3M | 446 t |
| 2023 | $7.2M | 614 t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 561 t |
| 2021 | $8.3M | 377 t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 603 t |
| 2019 | $6.9M | 526 t |
| 2018 | $8.7M | 456 t |
| 2017 | $7.6M | 422 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports hand-woven style carpet from
India alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+146% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.4M | 53% |
| Turkey | $812K | 9.8% |
| Sweden | $597K | 7.2% |
| United States | $427K | 5.2% |
| Pakistan | $375K | 4.5% |
| China | $261K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $229K | 2.8% |
| Spain | $194K | 2.3% |
| Hong Kong | $177K | 2.2% |
| Denmark | $132K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.52 per kg, 35% above the world average of $13.71. 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.
Hand-woven style carpet exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.6 million of hand-woven style carpet in 2024 (67 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United States (30%), France (20%), Bahrain (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+334% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $469K | 30% |
| France | $309K | 20% |
| Bahrain | $172K | 11% |
| Germany | $116K | 7.4% |
| Canada | $73K | 4.7% |
| Switzerland | $49K | 3.1% |
| Sweden | $46K | 2.9% |
| Hong Kong | $38K | 2.4% |
| Ireland | $37K | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $31K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom hand-woven style carpet imports (HS 5702.10): 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 5702.10: Carpets and other textile floor coverings: woven, (not tufted or flocked), whether or not made up, including kelem, schumacks, karamanie and similar hand-woven rugs.
Common questions
What is the value of hand-woven style carpet imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported hand-woven style carpet worth $8.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 446 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 177 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply hand-woven style carpet to the United Kingdom?
India was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by Turkey (10%) and Sweden (7%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 146% on the year.
What is the average import price of hand-woven style carpet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.52 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $13.71 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of hand-woven style carpet to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.6 million in 2017 to $8.3 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2018 at $8.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export hand-woven style carpet?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, France and Bahrain. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $6.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for hand-woven style carpet?
The HS code for hand-woven style carpet is subheading 5702.10. It sits in HS chapter 57 (carpets and other textile floor coverings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5702 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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