Needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric by the United Kingdom reached $35.1 million in 2024 (4.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 106 countries for exports of this product. That is 6% 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $35.1M | 4.9K t |
| 2023 | $32.9M | 4.3K t |
| 2022 | $33.0M | 5.3K t |
| 2021 | $34.4M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $30.7M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $35.9M | 7.1K t |
| 2018 | $39.2M | 5.7K t |
| 2017 | $36.6M | 6.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric to
The largest buyer markets were France (18%), Denmark (7%), Philippines (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 32%. Among the main buyer markets, Philippines grew fastest (+457% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $6.2M | 18% |
| Denmark | $2.6M | 7.4% |
| Philippines | $2.5M | 7% |
| Netherlands | $2.4M | 6.9% |
| Turkey | $2.1M | 6.1% |
| Sweden | $1.9M | 5.5% |
| Spain | $1.8M | 5.2% |
| Belgium | $1.8M | 5.1% |
| Poland | $1.6M | 4.6% |
| India | $890K | 2.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.15 per kg, 61% above the world average of $4.45. 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.
Needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric worth $25.5 million (4.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 190 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from Germany (38%), France (12%), Belgium (8%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+157% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $9.8M | 38% |
| France | $3.2M | 12% |
| Belgium | $2.2M | 8.5% |
| Italy | $1.8M | 7% |
| China | $1.8M | 6.9% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 6.9% |
| United States | $1.5M | 6.1% |
| Denmark | $807K | 3.2% |
| India | $502K | 2% |
| Poland | $464K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric exports (HS 5602.10): 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 5602.10: Felt: needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fibre fabrics, whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated.
Common questions
What is the value of needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric worth $35.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 106 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric from the United Kingdom?
France was the largest buyer with 18% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by Denmark (7%) and the Philippines (7%). The top three together account for 32%, out of 71 buyer countries in total. The Philippines grew fastest among the top ten, up 457% on the year.
What is the average export price of needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.15 per kg in 2024, 61% above the world average of $4.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $36.6 million in 2017 to $35.1 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2018 at $39.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $25.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, France and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $9.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric?
The HS code for needleloom felt and stitch-bonded fabric is subheading 5602.10. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5602 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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