Camping goods (textiles) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported camping goods (textiles) worth $14.5 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 213 countries for imports of this product. That is 18% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $37.0 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 | $14.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $17.7M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $36.4M | 6.0K t |
| 2021 | $37.0M | 7.4K t |
| 2020 | $29.5M | 6.7K t |
| 2019 | $22.2M | 5.5K t |
| 2018 | $18.9M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $18.2M | 4.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports camping goods (textiles) from
China alone supplied 77% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.1M | 77% |
| Bangladesh | $523K | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $351K | 2.4% |
| France | $279K | 1.9% |
| India | $237K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $232K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $170K | 1.2% |
| Pakistan | $157K | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $143K | 1% |
| Ireland | $130K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.82 per kg, close to the world average of $6.74.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Camping goods (textiles) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported camping goods (textiles) worth $2.1 million (154 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (25%), France (11%), Netherlands (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $526K | 26% |
| France | $235K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $156K | 7.5% |
| Ireland | $144K | 7% |
| United States | $114K | 5.5% |
| Spain | $66K | 3.2% |
| Canada | $61K | 3% |
| Poland | $50K | 2.4% |
| Italy | $43K | 2.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $39K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom camping goods (textiles) imports (HS 6306.90): 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 6306.90: Camping goods: (of textile materials), n.e.c in heading no. 6306.
Common questions
What is the value of camping goods (textiles) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported camping goods (textiles) worth $14.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 213 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply camping goods (textiles) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($11.1 million), followed by Bangladesh (4%) and the Netherlands (2%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 91% on the year.
What is the average import price of camping goods (textiles) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.82 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $6.74 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of camping goods (textiles) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.2 million in 2017 to $14.5 million in 2024, a fall of 21%. The peak was 2021 at $37.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export camping goods (textiles)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, France and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $12.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for camping goods (textiles)?
The HS code for camping goods (textiles) is subheading 6306.90. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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