Marquetry and wooden cases imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported marquetry and wooden cases worth $55.8 million (5.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 209 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 | $55.8M | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $54.5M | 5.3K t |
| 2022 | $67.7M | 7.0K t |
| 2021 | $58.1M | 7.6K t |
| 2020 | $48.2M | 7.1K t |
| 2019 | $52.6M | 7.2K t |
| 2018 | $52.8M | 8.4K t |
| 2017 | $47.4M | 8.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports marquetry and wooden cases from
China alone supplied 61% of it. Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+166% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $34.2M | 61% |
| Poland | $2.9M | 5.2% |
| Switzerland | $2.5M | 4.6% |
| Thailand | $2.1M | 3.7% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 2.7% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 2.7% |
| France | $1.4M | 2.4% |
| Hong Kong | $1.3M | 2.4% |
| India | $1.0M | 1.8% |
| Indonesia | $983K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.05 per kg, 45% above the world average of $6.91. 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.
Marquetry and wooden cases exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported marquetry and wooden cases worth $7.7 million (392 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Germany (15%), Brunei (13%), United States (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+487% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.2M | 15% |
| Brunei | $1.0M | 13% |
| United States | $934K | 12% |
| Ireland | $781K | 10% |
| Netherlands | $470K | 6.1% |
| Hong Kong | $407K | 5.3% |
| Qatar | $260K | 3.4% |
| Singapore | $259K | 3.4% |
| France | $255K | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $183K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom marquetry and wooden cases imports (HS 4420.90): 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 4420.90: Wood: marquetry and inlaid wood, caskets and cases for jewellery or cutlery and similar articles of wood, wooden articles of furniture not falling in chapter 94.
Common questions
What is the value of marquetry and wooden cases imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported marquetry and wooden cases worth $55.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 209 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply marquetry and wooden cases to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($34.2 million), followed by Poland (5%) and Switzerland (5%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 76 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 166% on the year.
What is the average import price of marquetry and wooden cases per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.05 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $6.91 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of marquetry and wooden cases to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $47.4 million in 2017 to $55.8 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. The peak was 2022 at $67.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $54.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export marquetry and wooden cases?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $7.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Brunei and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $48.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for marquetry and wooden cases?
The HS code for marquetry and wooden cases is subheading 4420.90. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4420 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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