Badminton racket imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported badminton racket worth $17.3 million (688 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 28% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $17.3M | 688 t |
| 2023 | $13.6M | 581 t |
| 2022 | $13.8M | 825 t |
| 2021 | $9.1M | 900 t |
| 2020 | $11.3M | 910 t |
| 2019 | $13.4M | 758 t |
| 2018 | $12.3M | 917 t |
| 2017 | $13.9M | 579 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports badminton racket from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+441% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.8M | 62% |
| Germany | $890K | 5.1% |
| France | $846K | 4.9% |
| Latvia | $806K | 4.7% |
| Japan | $674K | 3.9% |
| Pakistan | $629K | 3.6% |
| Taiwan | $496K | 2.9% |
| Hong Kong | $475K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $443K | 2.6% |
| United States | $259K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.18 per kg, 21% below the world average of $31.96, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Badminton racket exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.1 million of badminton racket in 2024 (34 tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (32%), China (14%), Germany (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+802% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $347K | 32% |
| China | $152K | 14% |
| Germany | $75K | 7% |
| Malaysia | $75K | 6.9% |
| Lithuania | $45K | 4.2% |
| Poland | $31K | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $25K | 2.3% |
| Australia | $23K | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $23K | 2.1% |
| France | $20K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom badminton racket imports (HS 9506.59): 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 9506.59: Tennis, badminton and similar racquets: whether or not strung.
Common questions
What is the value of badminton racket imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported badminton racket worth $17.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 688 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 197 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply badminton racket to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($10.8 million), followed by Germany (5%) and France (5%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 441% on the year.
What is the average import price of badminton racket per kg?
The average declared import value was about $25.18 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $31.96 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of badminton racket to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.9 million in 2017 to $17.3 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $13.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export badminton racket?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, China and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $16.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for badminton racket?
The HS code for badminton racket is subheading 9506.59. It sits in HS chapter 95 (toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9506 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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