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Vietnam’s non-wood furniture exports rise slightly in November

Vietnam’s exports of furniture made from materials other than wood reached US$327.62 million in November, reflecting a modest increase of 4.11 percent compared to October, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. The year-to-date total for this category stands at US$3.04 billion, showcasing stable demand for these products globally.

Australia was the largest importer, purchasing US$3.37 million worth of furniture, though this marked a significant month-on-month decline of 19.73 percent. Denmark followed with imports of US$2.93 million, experiencing a sharper decrease of 25.63 percent. Meanwhile, Cambodia showed the highest growth, importing US$0.58 million—a 65.87 percent increase from October.

Vietnam’s furniture sector continues to play a vital role in diversifying export categories, attracting attention from markets across Asia-Pacific and Europe. Despite challenges, the industry is well-positioned for long-term growth.

See also: Furniture Manufacturing in Vietnam

Vietnam non-wood furniture exports, November 2024, US$

NovemberOctoberMoMYTD
Total327,622,661314,703,3574.11%3,038,642,241
Other316,032,500301,398,7104.86%2,923,287,571
Australia3,369,9694,198,141-19.73%37,162,261
Denmark2,934,1823,945,574-25.63%24,572,550
China907,6621,110,221-18.24%8,769,178
Taiwan821,2261,084,933-24.31%8,595,880
Norway761,136238,793218.74%2,546,415
Malaysia613,055669,992-8.50%6,816,837
Cambodia575,967347,24665.87%6,551,170
Indonesia472,394512,855-7.89%3,122,311
New Zealand394,934505,762-21.91%5,916,600
HongKong352,376396,582-11.15%4,593,131
Chile149,910181,634-17.47%3,605,890
Philippines99,72779,41125.58%1,693,682
Peru91,68800.00%867,568
Bangladesh24,21033,503-27.74%59,189
Brazil21,72500.00%416,626
Myanmar000.00%65,382

See also: How to Start an Export Business in Vietnam

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