Synthetic baskets and wickerwork imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $202.4 million of synthetic baskets and wickerwork in 2024 (18.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 205 countries. Value fell 21% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $383.3 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $202.4M | 18.2K t |
| 2023 | $256.9M | 56.6K t |
| 2022 | $325.9M | 77.9K t |
| 2021 | $383.3M | 95.7K t |
| 2020 | $271.3M | 73.9K t |
| 2019 | $280.3M | 76.2K t |
| 2018 | $267.8M | 44.7K t |
| 2017 | $239.1M | 42.0K t |
Where the United States imports synthetic baskets and wickerwork from
Most of the value came from India (37%), China (29%), Vietnam (13%). Among the main suppliers, Cambodia grew fastest (+224% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $75.0M | 37% |
| China | $58.1M | 29% |
| Vietnam | $26.4M | 13% |
| Thailand | $18.8M | 9.3% |
| Canada | $7.0M | 3.5% |
| Cambodia | $6.3M | 3.1% |
| Indonesia | $2.4M | 1.2% |
| Taiwan | $2.3M | 1.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 0.7% |
| Mexico | $1.2M | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.12 per kg, 61% above the world average of $6.91. 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.
Synthetic baskets and wickerwork exports from the United States
Exports of synthetic baskets and wickerwork by the United States reached $2.0 million in 2024 (205 tonnes). Most of it went to Canada (31%), Mexico (13%), Bahamas (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+326% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $631K | 31% |
| Mexico | $269K | 13% |
| Bahamas | $223K | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $222K | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $115K | 5.7% |
| Qatar | $93K | 4.6% |
| United Kingdom | $39K | 2% |
| Singapore | $36K | 1.8% |
| Bermuda | $35K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $34K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States synthetic baskets and wickerwork imports (HS 4602.90): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 4602.90: Basketwork, wickerwork and other articles: of non-vegetable materials, made directly to shape from plaiting materials or made up from goods of heading no. 4601.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic baskets and wickerwork imported by the United States?
The United States imported synthetic baskets and wickerwork worth $202.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 205 countries worldwide, with 37% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic baskets and wickerwork to the United States?
India was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($75.0 million), followed by China (29%) and Vietnam (13%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 71 supplier countries in total. Cambodia grew fastest among the top ten, up 224% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic baskets and wickerwork per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.12 per kg in 2024, 61% above the world average of $6.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic baskets and wickerwork to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $239.1 million in 2017 to $202.4 million in 2024, a fall of 15%. The peak was 2021 at $383.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $278.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export synthetic baskets and wickerwork?
Yes. The United States exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and the Bahamas. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $200.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic baskets and wickerwork?
The HS code for synthetic baskets and wickerwork is subheading 4602.90. It sits in HS chapter 46 (manufactures of straw, esparto or other plaiting materials; basketware and wickerwork). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4602 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for the United States, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
World synthetic baskets and wickerwork trade: top importers and exporters
More trade data for the United States
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.