Cellular rubber sheets imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported cellular rubber sheets worth $23.3 million (3.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 206 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $23.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $22.7M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $22.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $22.4M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $16.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $19.5M | 3.1K t |
| 2018 | $24.0M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $24.1M | 3.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports cellular rubber sheets from
The largest suppliers were Belgium (26%), China (11%), South Korea (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $6.1M | 26% |
| China | $2.6M | 11% |
| South Korea | $2.6M | 11% |
| Germany | $2.4M | 11% |
| Poland | $1.7M | 7.4% |
| Netherlands | $1.5M | 6.4% |
| United States | $1.4M | 5.9% |
| France | $888K | 3.8% |
| Japan | $774K | 3.3% |
| Turkey | $627K | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.10 per kg, close to the world average of $5.96.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cellular rubber sheets exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of cellular rubber sheets by the United Kingdom reached $17.9 million in 2024 (7.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were Ireland (17%), Netherlands (13%), Saudi Arabia (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $3.1M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $2.3M | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.7M | 9.2% |
| Sweden | $901K | 5% |
| France | $878K | 4.9% |
| Qatar | $718K | 4% |
| Germany | $677K | 3.8% |
| Turkey | $637K | 3.6% |
| Australia | $570K | 3.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $562K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cellular rubber sheets imports (HS 4008.11): 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 4008.11: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), in plates, sheets and strip of cellular rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of cellular rubber sheets imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported cellular rubber sheets worth $23.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 206 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply cellular rubber sheets to the United Kingdom?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($6.1 million), followed by China (11%) and South Korea (11%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 50% on the year.
What is the average import price of cellular rubber sheets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.10 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $5.96 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cellular rubber sheets to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.1 million in 2017 to $23.3 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2017 at $24.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export cellular rubber sheets?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $17.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the Netherlands and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for cellular rubber sheets?
The HS code for cellular rubber sheets is subheading 4008.11. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4008 page.
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