Acrylic filament tow imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $9.8 million of acrylic filament tow in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 58% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $42.4 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 | $9.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $23.5M | 6.6K t |
| 2022 | $36.1M | 8.6K t |
| 2021 | $42.4M | 9.2K t |
| 2020 | $30.3M | 7.5K t |
| 2019 | $34.5M | 8.0K t |
| 2018 | $32.8M | 7.8K t |
| 2017 | $28.9M | 8.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports acrylic filament tow from
The largest suppliers were Portugal (43%), Japan (33%), United States (13%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+347% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $4.2M | 43% |
| Japan | $3.3M | 33% |
| United States | $1.3M | 13% |
| Germany | $466K | 4.8% |
| Turkey | $338K | 3.5% |
| South Korea | $97K | 1% |
| Thailand | $50K | 0.5% |
| China | $31K | 0.3% |
| Pakistan | $24K | 0.3% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.99 per kg, 40% above the world average of $2.86. 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 tow exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of acrylic filament tow by the United Kingdom reached $3.1 million in 2024 (408 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.7M | 57% |
| Japan | $759K | 25% |
| Taiwan | $327K | 11% |
| Thailand | $55K | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $50K | 1.6% |
| China | $46K | 1.5% |
| Canada | $44K | 1.4% |
| United States | $12K | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $10K | 0.3% |
| India | $4K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom acrylic filament tow imports (HS 5501.30): 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 5501.30: Fibres: synthetic filament tow, acrylic or modacrylic.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylic filament tow imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported acrylic filament tow worth $9.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 113 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 58% on 2023.
Which countries supply acrylic filament tow to the United Kingdom?
Portugal was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Japan (33%) and the United States (13%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 662% on the year.
What is the average import price of acrylic filament tow per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.99 per kg in 2024, 40% above the world average of $2.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of acrylic filament tow to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.9 million in 2017 to $9.8 million in 2024, a fall of 66%. The peak was 2021 at $42.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $29.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export acrylic filament tow?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Japan and Taiwan. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $6.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylic filament tow?
The HS code for acrylic filament tow is subheading 5501.30. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5501 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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