Carded animal hair (other types) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported carded animal hair (other types) worth $7.5 million (376 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 57 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $17.9 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 | $7.5M | 376 t |
| 2023 | $7.6M | 279 t |
| 2022 | $13.6M | 502 t |
| 2021 | $17.9M | 647 t |
| 2020 | $4.6M | 187 t |
| 2019 | $8.3M | 314 t |
| 2018 | $7.9M | 435 t |
| 2017 | $8.0M | 445 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports carded animal hair (other types) to
Italy alone took 74% of it. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $5.6M | 74% |
| China | $720K | 9.6% |
| Turkey | $425K | 5.6% |
| France | $287K | 3.8% |
| Norway | $213K | 2.8% |
| United States | $59K | 0.8% |
| Spain | $52K | 0.7% |
| Bulgaria | $43K | 0.6% |
| Poland | $25K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $23K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.04 per kg, close to the world average of $22.44.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Carded animal hair (other types) imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $7.0 million of carded animal hair (other types) in 2024 (323 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 91 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were China (37%), South Africa (29%), Peru (23%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 38% |
| South Africa | $2.0M | 29% |
| Peru | $1.6M | 23% |
| Argentina | $329K | 4.7% |
| New Zealand | $161K | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $126K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $109K | 1.6% |
| Pakistan | $43K | 0.6% |
| Bolivia | $8K | 0.1% |
| Bulgaria | $5K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom carded animal hair (other types) exports (HS 5105.39): 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 5105.39: Hair: fine animal hair, carded or combed, other than of kashmir (cashmere) goats.
Common questions
What is the value of carded animal hair (other types) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported carded animal hair (other types) worth $7.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 376 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 57 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries buy carded animal hair (other types) from the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest buyer with 74% of the value ($5.6 million), followed by China (10%) and Turkey (6%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 29 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 47% on the year.
What is the average export price of carded animal hair (other types) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $20.04 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $22.44 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of carded animal hair (other types) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.0 million in 2017 to $7.5 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2021 at $17.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import carded animal hair (other types)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $7.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, South Africa and Peru. That compares with exports of $7.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for carded animal hair (other types)?
The HS code for carded animal hair (other types) is subheading 5105.39. 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 5105 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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