Knotted wool carpet imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $27.5 million of knotted wool carpet in 2024 (758 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 192 countries. Value rose 8% on 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 | $27.5M | 758 t |
| 2023 | $25.5M | 724 t |
| 2022 | $24.2M | 761 t |
| 2021 | $21.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $16.6M | 703 t |
| 2019 | $25.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $24.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $20.2M | 874 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports knotted wool carpet from
Most of the value came from India (33%), Nepal (17%), Pakistan (12%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $9.0M | 33% |
| Nepal | $4.8M | 17% |
| Pakistan | $3.2M | 12% |
| Iran | $1.8M | 6.4% |
| Sweden | $1.2M | 4.5% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 3.8% |
| Turkey | $818K | 3% |
| United States | $803K | 2.9% |
| China | $750K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $740K | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $36.29 per kg, 69% above the world average of $21.49. 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.
Knotted wool carpet exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $5.4 million of knotted wool carpet in 2024 (99 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were France (26%), United Arab Emirates (20%), United States (11%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.4M | 26% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 20% |
| United States | $605K | 11% |
| Switzerland | $242K | 4.5% |
| Germany | $207K | 3.8% |
| Ireland | $182K | 3.4% |
| Sweden | $179K | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $172K | 3.2% |
| India | $148K | 2.7% |
| New Zealand | $106K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom knotted wool carpet imports (HS 5701.10): 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 5701.10: Carpets and other textile floor coverings: knotted, of wool or fine animal hair, whether or not made up.
Common questions
What is the value of knotted wool carpet imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported knotted wool carpet worth $27.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 758 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 192 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply knotted wool carpet to the United Kingdom?
India was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($9.0 million), followed by Nepal (17%) and Pakistan (12%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 121% on the year.
What is the average import price of knotted wool carpet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $36.29 per kg in 2024, 69% above the world average of $21.49 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of knotted wool carpet to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.2 million in 2017 to $27.5 million in 2024, an increase of 36%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $23.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export knotted wool carpet?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $5.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the United Arab Emirates and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $22.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for knotted wool carpet?
The HS code for knotted wool carpet is subheading 5701.10. 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?
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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