Cases and containers (leather, other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cases and containers (leather, other) by the United Kingdom reached $68.0 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 212 countries. That is 3% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $108.1 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 | $68.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $70.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $69.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $55.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $64.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $95.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $108.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $102.5M | 2.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports cases and containers (leather, other) from
The largest suppliers were Italy (28%), France (16%), China (14%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+128% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $19.2M | 28% |
| France | $10.9M | 16% |
| China | $9.8M | 15% |
| India | $5.0M | 7.4% |
| Switzerland | $5.0M | 7.3% |
| Vietnam | $4.6M | 6.8% |
| Spain | $3.3M | 4.8% |
| Thailand | $3.2M | 4.7% |
| Philippines | $1.0M | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $633K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $53.92 per kg, 26% below the world average of $72.85, 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.
Cases and containers (leather, other) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of cases and containers (leather, other) by the United Kingdom reached $21.6 million in 2024 (179 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Ireland (16%), Hong Kong (12%), Italy (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $3.5M | 16% |
| Hong Kong | $2.7M | 12% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 9.1% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 7% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 5.8% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 5.1% |
| United States | $1.1M | 5% |
| France | $979K | 4.5% |
| Estonia | $857K | 4% |
| Macao | $729K | 3.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cases and containers (leather, other) imports (HS 4202.91): 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 4202.91: Cases and containers: n.e.c. in heading 4202, with outer surface of leather or of composition leather.
Common questions
What is the value of cases and containers (leather, other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported cases and containers (leather, other) worth $68.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 212 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply cases and containers (leather, other) to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($19.2 million), followed by France (16%) and China (14%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 68 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 128% on the year.
What is the average import price of cases and containers (leather, other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $53.92 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $72.85 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cases and containers (leather, other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $102.5 million in 2017 to $68.0 million in 2024, a fall of 34%. The peak was 2018 at $108.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $79.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export cases and containers (leather, other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $21.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Hong Kong and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $46.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for cases and containers (leather, other)?
The HS code for cases and containers (leather, other) is subheading 4202.91. It sits in HS chapter 42 (articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4202 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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