Tufted wool carpet imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of tufted wool carpet by the United Kingdom reached $64.0 million in 2024 (7.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 194 countries for imports of this product. That is 4% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $82.0 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 | $64.0M | 7.4K t |
| 2023 | $66.8M | 7.4K t |
| 2022 | $78.9M | 11.3K t |
| 2021 | $72.7M | 10.5K t |
| 2020 | $58.6M | 9.2K t |
| 2019 | $71.6M | 10.8K t |
| 2018 | $76.7M | 13.0K t |
| 2017 | $82.0M | 12.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports tufted wool carpet from
The largest suppliers were Netherlands (45%), India (16%), Denmark (9%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $28.6M | 45% |
| India | $10.4M | 16% |
| Denmark | $5.8M | 9.1% |
| Portugal | $5.8M | 9% |
| China | $3.6M | 5.7% |
| Turkey | $3.4M | 5.3% |
| Belgium | $1.1M | 1.8% |
| Vietnam | $992K | 1.6% |
| France | $844K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $736K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.68 per kg, 34% below the world average of $13.21, 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.
Tufted wool carpet exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported tufted wool carpet worth $7.7 million (525 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Ireland (44%), United States (9%), Belgium (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+259% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $3.4M | 44% |
| United States | $686K | 8.9% |
| Belgium | $555K | 7.2% |
| France | $462K | 6% |
| Netherlands | $395K | 5.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $218K | 2.8% |
| Egypt | $182K | 2.4% |
| Italy | $159K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $132K | 1.7% |
| Portugal | $99K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom tufted wool carpet imports (HS 5703.10): 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 5703.10: Carpets and other textile floor coverings: tufted, of wool or fine animal hair, whether or not made up.
Common questions
What is the value of tufted wool carpet imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported tufted wool carpet worth $64.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 194 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply tufted wool carpet to the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($28.6 million), followed by India (16%) and Denmark (9%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 55% on the year.
What is the average import price of tufted wool carpet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.68 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $13.21 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of tufted wool carpet to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $82.0 million in 2017 to $64.0 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2017 at $82.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $71.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export tufted wool carpet?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $7.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the United States and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $56.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for tufted wool carpet?
The HS code for tufted wool carpet is subheading 5703.10. It sits in HS chapter 57 (carpets and other textile floor coverings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5703 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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