Braid trim imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $3.3 million of braid trim in 2024 (177 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 19% on 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 | $3.3M | 177 t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 177 t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 225 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 812 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 265 t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 288 t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 241 t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 276 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports braid trim from
Most of the value came from China (30%), France (21%), India (13%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+95% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $993K | 31% |
| France | $698K | 22% |
| India | $432K | 13% |
| Germany | $392K | 12% |
| United States | $185K | 5.7% |
| Tunisia | $126K | 3.9% |
| Poland | $63K | 1.9% |
| Italy | $56K | 1.7% |
| Finland | $49K | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $45K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.39 per kg, 86% above the world average of $9.89. 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.
Braid trim exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.0 million of braid trim in 2024 (30 tonnes). Most of it went to France (13%), Ireland (8%), Germany (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 29%. Among the main buyer markets, Philippines grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $133K | 13% |
| Ireland | $88K | 8.4% |
| Germany | $79K | 7.6% |
| Czech Republic | $71K | 6.9% |
| United States | $71K | 6.8% |
| Turkey | $64K | 6.2% |
| Philippines | $52K | 5% |
| Canada | $51K | 4.9% |
| China | $35K | 3.4% |
| Australia | $28K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom braid trim imports (HS 5808.10): 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 5808.10: Braids: in the piece.
Common questions
What is the value of braid trim imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported braid trim worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 177 tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 186 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply braid trim to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($993 thousand), followed by France (21%) and India (13%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 95% on the year.
What is the average import price of braid trim per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.39 per kg in 2024, 86% above the world average of $9.89 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of braid trim to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2018 at $3.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export braid trim?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Ireland and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for braid trim?
The HS code for braid trim is subheading 5808.10. It sits in HS chapter 58 (fabrics; special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings, embroidery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5808 page.
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