Artificial flowers (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of artificial flowers (other) by the United Kingdom reached $57.9 million in 2024 (6.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 217 countries. Value rose 7% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $108.7 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 | $57.9M | 6.0K t |
| 2023 | $54.0M | 5.0K t |
| 2022 | $79.8M | 7.2K t |
| 2021 | $81.5M | 7.7K t |
| 2020 | $108.7M | 6.6K t |
| 2019 | $74.1M | 7.0K t |
| 2018 | $48.9M | 4.7K t |
| 2017 | $47.6M | 5.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports artificial flowers (other) from
China alone supplied 94% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $54.2M | 94% |
| Germany | $911K | 1.6% |
| Hong Kong | $775K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $664K | 1.2% |
| Ireland | $455K | 0.8% |
| France | $269K | 0.5% |
| United States | $126K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $105K | 0.2% |
| India | $105K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $50K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.60 per kg, close to the world average of $9.03.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Artificial flowers (other) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported artificial flowers (other) worth $2.2 million (134 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (31%), Germany (10%), China (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Malawi grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $689K | 31% |
| Germany | $223K | 10% |
| China | $165K | 7.5% |
| United States | $142K | 6.5% |
| Antigua and Barbuda | $132K | 6% |
| France | $112K | 5.1% |
| Poland | $61K | 2.8% |
| Malawi | $58K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $42K | 1.9% |
| Kuwait | $42K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom artificial flowers (other) imports (HS 6702.90): 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 6702.90: Flowers, foliage and fruit, artificial, and parts thereof: articles made of artificial flowers, foliage or fruit, of materials other than plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of artificial flowers (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported artificial flowers (other) worth $57.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 217 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply artificial flowers (other) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($54.2 million), followed by Germany (2%) and Hong Kong (1%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 323% on the year.
What is the average import price of artificial flowers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.60 per kg in 2024, 6% above the world average of $9.03 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of artificial flowers (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $47.6 million in 2017 to $57.9 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. The peak was 2020 at $108.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $69.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export artificial flowers (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Germany and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $55.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for artificial flowers (other)?
The HS code for artificial flowers (other) is subheading 6702.90. It sits in HS chapter 67 (feathers and down, prepared; and articles made of feather or of down; artificial flowers; articles of human hair). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6702 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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