Blended combed wool yarn exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of blended combed wool yarn by the United Kingdom reached $8.1 million in 2024 (556 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. Value fell 14% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $14.1 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 | $8.1M | 556 t |
| 2023 | $9.4M | 635 t |
| 2022 | $10.2M | 689 t |
| 2021 | $12.2M | 799 t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 632 t |
| 2019 | $10.8M | 501 t |
| 2018 | $9.8M | 691 t |
| 2017 | $14.1M | 1.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports blended combed wool yarn to
Finland alone took 95% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | $7.7M | 95% |
| Norway | $122K | 1.5% |
| Hong Kong | $57K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $47K | 0.6% |
| United States | $41K | 0.5% |
| France | $35K | 0.4% |
| Denmark | $31K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $25K | 0.3% |
| China | $18K | 0.2% |
| South Korea | $14K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.60 per kg, 27% below the world average of $19.98, 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.
Blended combed wool yarn imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported blended combed wool yarn worth $4.8 million (502 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Most of the value came from Italy (39%), Spain (17%), Germany (10%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.9M | 39% |
| Spain | $826K | 17% |
| Germany | $500K | 10% |
| Poland | $412K | 8.6% |
| Romania | $381K | 7.9% |
| India | $270K | 5.6% |
| Bulgaria | $218K | 4.5% |
| China | $114K | 2.4% |
| Peru | $88K | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $39K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom blended combed wool yarn exports (HS 5107.20): 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 5107.20: Yarn: of combed wool, containing less than 85% by weight of wool, not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of blended combed wool yarn exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported blended combed wool yarn worth $8.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 556 tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 80 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy blended combed wool yarn from the United Kingdom?
Finland was the largest buyer with 95% of the value ($7.7 million), followed by Norway (2%) and Hong Kong (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 28 buyer countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 505% on the year.
What is the average export price of blended combed wool yarn per kg?
The average declared export value was about $14.60 per kg in 2024, 27% below the world average of $19.98 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of blended combed wool yarn from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $14.1 million in 2017 to $8.1 million in 2024, a fall of 42%. The peak was 2017 at $14.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import blended combed wool yarn?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $4.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Spain and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for blended combed wool yarn?
The HS code for blended combed wool yarn is subheading 5107.20. It sits in HS chapter 51 (wool, fine or coarse animal hair; horsehair yarn and woven fabric). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5107 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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