Product intelligence · HS 581010 · 2024 data

Embroidery: without visible ground, in the piece, in strips or in motifs

Global exports of embroidery: without visible ground, in the piece, in strips or in motifs totalled $137,324,953 in 2024, a -9.1% change from the previous year. Traded by 116 countries across 1,793 bilateral corridors, with demand from 179 importing markets. The long-term trend is stable.

Data: OECD BIMTS · Coverage: 19952024 · Updated: 2026-07-17

Global trade

$137.3M

-9.1% YoY

3Y / 5Y CAGR

-1.5%

5Y: -5.2%

Supply structure

Concentrated

HHI 0.286

Volatility

Low

Score 5/100

1.

Market movement

In 2024, embroidery: without visible ground, in the piece, in strips or in motifs trade exhibited significant decline, with global flows reaching $137,324,953 and a three-year compound annual growth rate of -1.5% (five-year: -5.2%). The all-time peak of $213,855,290 was recorded in 2017; the current level is 36% below that high-water mark.

Over the 30-year observation window (19952024), 52% of years recorded positive growth, indicating a mildly upward trajectory with periodic contractions. Trend momentum is steady (+2.3% acceleration).

The World Trade Flows Characterization classifies embroidery: without visible ground, in the piece, in strips or in motifs as "One-way trade" in the low price range price segment, providing additional context for market positioning and competitive dynamics.

2.

Supply & demand structure

The supply side is concentrated (Herfindahl-Hirschman Index 0.286). The three largest exporters — China ($65.4M), India ($35.9M), and France ($5.2M) — collectively dominate supply flows. The leading exporter has grown at +6.0% over the last three years.

On the demand side, importer concentration is diversified (HHI 0.053). The three largest import markets are Italy ($19.1M), Nigeria ($15.0M), and France ($10.6M). The largest importing market sources from 38 different supplying countries.

Estimated substitution elasticity: -5.34. Buyers are highly price-sensitive and can switch between suppliers relatively easily.

The dominant trade corridor is India → Italy at $14.2M, representing 74.2% of the importer's total demand.

3.

Risk profile & trade outlook

The volatility score for embroidery: without visible ground, in the piece, in strips or in motifs is 5 out of 100, classified as low. Trade flows are relatively stable compared to other HS6 products, suggesting mature supply chains and predictable demand.

For market entrants, contracting demand signals caution before committing resources. The concentrated supply structure suggests high barriers but also potential opportunity if dominant suppliers face disruption or capacity constraints.

Data confidence is rated "High" based on reporting coverage and consistency across OECD member and partner countries.

Historical evidence

Annual trade value 19952024

Peak: $213,855,290 in 2017. Currently 36% below peak.

YearGlobal trade (USD)YoY growth
2015$182,145,356-9.8%
2016$179,976,093-1.2%
2017$213,855,290+18.8%
2018$206,126,025-3.6%
2019$179,121,719-13.1%
2020$140,321,443-21.7%
2021$143,620,873+2.4%
2022$136,540,615-4.9%
2023$151,101,179+10.7%
2024$137,324,953-9.1%

Top exporting countries

Ranked by export value of embroidery: without visible ground, in the piece, in strips or in motifs in 2024.

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Top importing markets

Largest import destinations for embroidery: without visible ground, in the piece, in strips or in motifs.

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Leading trade corridors

Largest bilateral export flows for embroidery: without visible ground, in the piece, in strips or in motifs, ranked by value. Click any country to view its full profile.

#ExporterImporterValue 20243Y CAGR
1IndiaItaly$14.2M+14.7%
2ChinaNigeria$7.2M-8.2%
3IndiaNigeria$5.9M-25.2%
4IndiaFrance$2.6M+12.2%
5ItalyFrance$2.0M+22.9%
6ChinaItaly$1.8M+26.2%
7FranceItaly$1.7M+24.1%
8SwitzerlandFrance$1.3M+1.0%

Showing top 8 of 10 corridors with available data for 2024.

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Sources, definitions & methodology

Data source

OECD Bilateral International Merchandise Trade Statistics (BIMTS). Aggregated from 312M+ reported trade records across 200+ countries and 5,300+ HS6 product codes. Coverage: 19952024.

Key indicators

HHI (Herfindahl-Hirschman Index): market concentration, 0 = fully diversified, 1 = single player. CAGR: compound annual growth rate over a stated period. Volatility score: trade value variability, 0–100 scale.

How this page is made

All statistical content on this page is data-driven, composed programmatically from live OECD trade records. No generic AI-generated prose is used. Analytical paragraphs combine real data points with factual interpretation. This page was last refreshed on 2026-07-17.