Metal chairs imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $254.0 million of metal chairs in 2024 (55.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 221 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 5% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $452.4 million.
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 | $254.0M | 55.3K t |
| 2023 | $241.6M | 50.9K t |
| 2022 | $452.4M | 76.4K t |
| 2021 | $382.5M | 79.3K t |
| 2020 | $225.8M | 56.2K t |
| 2019 | $211.4M | 54.1K t |
| 2018 | $185.2M | 48.5K t |
| 2017 | $184.0M | 47.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports metal chairs from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 76% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $191.9M | 76% |
| Vietnam | $10.0M | 4% |
| Italy | $8.2M | 3.2% |
| Denmark | $4.9M | 1.9% |
| Ireland | $3.8M | 1.5% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 1.5% |
| France | $3.2M | 1.3% |
| India | $3.1M | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $2.5M | 1% |
| Spain | $2.4M | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.60 per kg, close to the world average of $4.87.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Metal chairs exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported metal chairs worth $26.2 million (2.6 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to United States (32%), Ireland (14%), France (12%). Among the main buyer markets, New Zealand grew fastest (+395% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $8.4M | 32% |
| Ireland | $3.8M | 15% |
| France | $3.2M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 6.4% |
| Denmark | $1.1M | 4.4% |
| Australia | $555K | 2.1% |
| New Zealand | $538K | 2.1% |
| Norway | $478K | 1.8% |
| Canada | $438K | 1.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $384K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom metal chairs imports (HS 9401.79): 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 9401.79: Seats: with metal frames, not upholstered, (excluding medical, surgical, dental, veterinary or barber furniture).
Common questions
What is the value of metal chairs imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported metal chairs worth $254.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 55.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 221 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal chairs to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($191.9 million), followed by Vietnam (4%) and Italy (3%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 69 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 50% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal chairs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.60 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $4.87 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal chairs to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $184.0 million in 2017 to $254.0 million in 2024, an increase of 38%. The peak was 2022 at $452.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $267.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export metal chairs?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $26.2 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 $227.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal chairs?
The HS code for metal chairs is subheading 9401.79. 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 9401 page.
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