Wool felt imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $4.5 million of wool felt in 2024 (267 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 169 countries. That is 26% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $6.1 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 | $4.5M | 267 t |
| 2023 | $6.1M | 329 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 262 t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 175 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 133 t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 261 t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 186 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 157 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports wool felt from
Most of the value came from Spain (21%), Germany (16%), China (14%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+466% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $952K | 21% |
| Germany | $707K | 16% |
| China | $648K | 14% |
| Austria | $419K | 9.2% |
| Netherlands | $390K | 8.6% |
| Nepal | $304K | 6.7% |
| India | $301K | 6.6% |
| Italy | $261K | 5.8% |
| Belgium | $210K | 4.6% |
| France | $104K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.98 per kg, 212% above the world average of $5.44. 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.
Wool felt exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $2.6 million of wool felt in 2024 (334 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. Most of it went to Netherlands (36%), Ireland (24%), Saudi Arabia (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+380% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $910K | 36% |
| Ireland | $622K | 24% |
| Saudi Arabia | $212K | 8.3% |
| Australia | $104K | 4.1% |
| United States | $101K | 4% |
| Sweden | $101K | 4% |
| Germany | $94K | 3.7% |
| Canada | $51K | 2% |
| Hong Kong | $37K | 1.4% |
| Slovakia | $36K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom wool felt imports (HS 5602.21): 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 5602.21: Felt: of wool or fine animal hair (excluding needleloom felt or stitch-bonded fibre fabrics), not impregnated, coated, covered nor laminated.
Common questions
What is the value of wool felt imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported wool felt worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 267 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 169 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply wool felt to the United Kingdom?
Spain was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($952 thousand), followed by Germany (16%) and China (14%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 466% on the year.
What is the average import price of wool felt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.98 per kg in 2024, 212% above the world average of $5.44 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of wool felt to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, an increase of 102%. The peak was 2023 at $6.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export wool felt?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Ireland and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for wool felt?
The HS code for wool felt is subheading 5602.21. 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.
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