Fur articles (non-clothing) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $33.3 million of fur articles (non-clothing) in 2024 (807 tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 163 countries. That is 12% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $61.9 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 | $33.3M | 807 t |
| 2023 | $38.0M | 900 t |
| 2022 | $61.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $53.6M | 815 t |
| 2020 | $37.1M | 870 t |
| 2019 | $41.0M | 975 t |
| 2018 | $49.9M | 978 t |
| 2017 | $59.3M | 1.2K t |
Where the United States imports fur articles (non-clothing) from
Most of the value came from China (20%), Italy (18%), India (14%). Among the main suppliers, Bangladesh grew fastest (+150% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.7M | 20% |
| Italy | $5.9M | 18% |
| India | $4.6M | 14% |
| Brazil | $3.6M | 11% |
| France | $3.6M | 11% |
| Vietnam | $1.5M | 4.6% |
| Peru | $1.1M | 3.4% |
| Bangladesh | $708K | 2.1% |
| Thailand | $655K | 2% |
| Canada | $480K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $41.31 per kg, close to the world average of $42.67.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fur articles (non-clothing) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported fur articles (non-clothing) worth $3.6 million (12 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 118 countries. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (18%), Canada (12%), Italy (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Chile grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $648K | 18% |
| Canada | $453K | 13% |
| Italy | $376K | 10% |
| French Polynesia | $273K | 7.5% |
| Singapore | $253K | 7% |
| Chile | $238K | 6.6% |
| Hong Kong | $233K | 6.4% |
| United Kingdom | $158K | 4.4% |
| Germany | $106K | 2.9% |
| New Zealand | $88K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States fur articles (non-clothing) imports (HS 4303.90): 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 4303.90: Furskin articles: other than apparel and clothing accessories.
Common questions
What is the value of fur articles (non-clothing) imported by the United States?
The United States imported fur articles (non-clothing) worth $33.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 807 tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 163 countries worldwide, with 19% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply fur articles (non-clothing) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($6.7 million), followed by Italy (18%) and India (14%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. Bangladesh grew fastest among the top ten, up 150% on the year.
What is the average import price of fur articles (non-clothing) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $41.31 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $42.67 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of fur articles (non-clothing) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $59.3 million in 2017 to $33.3 million in 2024, a fall of 44%. The peak was 2022 at $61.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $46.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export fur articles (non-clothing)?
Yes. The United States exported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Italy. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $29.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for fur articles (non-clothing)?
The HS code for fur articles (non-clothing) is subheading 4303.90. It sits in HS chapter 43 (furskins and artificial fur; manufactures thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4303 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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