Artificial staple fabric, multi-coloured (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of artificial staple fabric, multi-coloured (other) by the United Kingdom reached $5.3 million in 2024 (167 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 126 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 8% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $10.1 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 | $5.3M | 167 t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 188 t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 240 t |
| 2021 | $7.6M | 260 t |
| 2020 | $4.6M | 164 t |
| 2019 | $6.5M | 255 t |
| 2018 | $8.8M | 332 t |
| 2017 | $10.1M | 392 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports artificial staple fabric, multi-coloured (other) from
Italy alone supplied 68% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $3.6M | 69% |
| Belgium | $598K | 11% |
| France | $566K | 11% |
| India | $153K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $89K | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $68K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $57K | 1.1% |
| Denmark | $56K | 1.1% |
| Poland | $21K | 0.4% |
| China | $20K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.77 per kg, 116% above the world average of $14.71. 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.
Artificial staple fabric, multi-coloured (other) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported artificial staple fabric, multi-coloured (other) worth $1.9 million (32 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 67 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to United States (34%), France (25%), Canada (6%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+989% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $640K | 34% |
| France | $472K | 25% |
| Canada | $106K | 5.7% |
| Portugal | $59K | 3.1% |
| Italy | $51K | 2.7% |
| Ireland | $47K | 2.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $43K | 2.3% |
| Poland | $36K | 1.9% |
| Lithuania | $36K | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $30K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom artificial staple fabric, multi-coloured (other) imports (HS 5516.93): 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 5516.93: Fabrics, woven: of yarns of different colours, of artificial staple fibres, n.e.c. in heading no. 5516.
Common questions
What is the value of artificial staple fabric, multi-coloured (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported artificial staple fabric, multi-coloured (other) worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 167 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 126 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply artificial staple fabric, multi-coloured (other) to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($3.6 million), followed by Belgium (11%) and France (11%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 305% on the year.
What is the average import price of artificial staple fabric, multi-coloured (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $31.77 per kg in 2024, 116% above the world average of $14.71 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of artificial staple fabric, multi-coloured (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.1 million in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, a fall of 47%. The peak was 2017 at $10.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export artificial staple fabric, multi-coloured (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, France and Canada. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for artificial staple fabric, multi-coloured (other)?
The HS code for artificial staple fabric, multi-coloured (other) is subheading 5516.93. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5516 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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