Acrylic filament fabric exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported acrylic filament fabric worth $3.7 million (98 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value fell 32% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 25% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $6.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.7M | 99 t |
| 2023 | $5.4M | 239 t |
| 2022 | $6.8M | 278 t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 234 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 72 t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 371 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 69 t |
| 2017 | $766K | 145 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports acrylic filament fabric to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Romania grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.0M | 53% |
| Italy | $570K | 16% |
| Germany | $356K | 9.6% |
| Poland | $201K | 5.5% |
| Belgium | $167K | 4.5% |
| Romania | $150K | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $146K | 4% |
| China | $27K | 0.7% |
| Ukraine | $24K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $21K | 0.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $37.44 per kg, 836% above the world average of $4.00. 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.
Acrylic filament fabric imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported acrylic filament fabric worth $2.8 million (331 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Turkey (45%), Japan (18%), China (13%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+297% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.3M | 45% |
| Japan | $505K | 18% |
| China | $350K | 13% |
| Germany | $328K | 12% |
| United States | $207K | 7.4% |
| France | $29K | 1.1% |
| Pakistan | $29K | 1% |
| Spain | $21K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $16K | 0.6% |
| Poland | $15K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom acrylic filament fabric exports (HS 5407.71): 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 5407.71: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of synthetic filaments (excluding nylon or other polyamides and polyesters), unbleached or bleached.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylic filament fabric exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported acrylic filament fabric worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 98 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 80 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries buy acrylic filament fabric from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 53% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Italy (15%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 34 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 286% on the year.
What is the average export price of acrylic filament fabric per kg?
The average declared export value was about $37.44 per kg in 2024, 836% above the world average of $4.00 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of acrylic filament fabric from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $766 thousand in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, an increase of 381%. The peak was 2022 at $6.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import acrylic filament fabric?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $2.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, Japan and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $901 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for acrylic filament fabric?
The HS code for acrylic filament fabric is subheading 5407.71. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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