Knotted carpet (other materials) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported knotted carpet (other materials) worth $27.1 million (6.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 203 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $27.1M | 6.7K t |
| 2023 | $27.3M | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $28.6M | 6.4K t |
| 2021 | $22.4M | 5.7K t |
| 2020 | $21.4M | 6.3K t |
| 2019 | $21.4M | 5.9K t |
| 2018 | $18.3M | 4.5K t |
| 2017 | $18.6M | 4.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports knotted carpet (other materials) from
The largest suppliers were India (40%), China (36%), Turkey (16%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $10.9M | 40% |
| China | $9.6M | 36% |
| Turkey | $4.4M | 16% |
| Italy | $513K | 1.9% |
| Nepal | $246K | 0.9% |
| Belgium | $173K | 0.6% |
| United States | $140K | 0.5% |
| France | $120K | 0.4% |
| Czech Republic | $111K | 0.4% |
| Ireland | $96K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.06 per kg, 42% below the world average of $7.06, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Knotted carpet (other materials) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of knotted carpet (other materials) by the United Kingdom reached $4.9 million in 2024 (658 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 146 countries for exports of this product. One buyer market dominates: Netherlands accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Taiwan grew fastest (+168% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $3.3M | 68% |
| United States | $277K | 5.7% |
| Taiwan | $263K | 5.4% |
| Ireland | $250K | 5.1% |
| India | $77K | 1.6% |
| Hong Kong | $70K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $58K | 1.2% |
| Sweden | $57K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $44K | 0.9% |
| Norway | $42K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom knotted carpet (other materials) imports (HS 5701.90): 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 5701.90: Carpets and other textile floor coverings: knotted, of textile materials (other than wool or fine animal hair), whether or not made up.
Common questions
What is the value of knotted carpet (other materials) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported knotted carpet (other materials) worth $27.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 203 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply knotted carpet (other materials) to the United Kingdom?
India was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($10.9 million), followed by China (36%) and Turkey (16%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 46% on the year.
What is the average import price of knotted carpet (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.06 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $7.06 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of knotted carpet (other materials) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.6 million in 2017 to $27.1 million in 2024, an increase of 46%. The peak was 2022 at $28.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export knotted carpet (other materials)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, the United States and Taiwan. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $22.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for knotted carpet (other materials)?
The HS code for knotted carpet (other materials) is subheading 5701.90. It sits in HS chapter 57 (carpets and other textile floor coverings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5701 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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