Cleaning cloths imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported cleaning cloths worth $116.4 million (28.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 220 countries. That is 11% more than in 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 | $116.4M | 28.5K t |
| 2023 | $104.5M | 24.9K t |
| 2022 | $113.0M | 22.8K t |
| 2021 | $118.0M | 21.3K t |
| 2020 | $110.4M | 23.2K t |
| 2019 | $97.9M | 18.4K t |
| 2018 | $88.6M | 17.6K t |
| 2017 | $101.9M | 16.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports cleaning cloths from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 61% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $70.6M | 61% |
| Pakistan | $12.2M | 11% |
| Poland | $9.6M | 8.3% |
| India | $4.6M | 4% |
| Germany | $2.8M | 2.4% |
| United States | $2.3M | 2% |
| South Korea | $1.5M | 1.3% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $1.4M | 1.2% |
| Bangladesh | $1.4M | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.09 per kg, 29% below the world average of $5.79, 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.
Cleaning cloths exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported cleaning cloths worth $18.5 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Ireland (22%), Netherlands (17%), Germany (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+284% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $4.2M | 22% |
| Netherlands | $3.2M | 18% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 15% |
| France | $1.0M | 5.6% |
| United States | $931K | 5% |
| Turkey | $728K | 3.9% |
| Sweden | $539K | 2.9% |
| Slovakia | $530K | 2.9% |
| Poland | $426K | 2.3% |
| Switzerland | $281K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cleaning cloths imports (HS 6307.10): 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 6307.10: Cloths: floor cloths, dish-cloths, dusters and similar cleaning cloths.
Common questions
What is the value of cleaning cloths imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported cleaning cloths worth $116.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 28.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 220 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply cleaning cloths to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($70.6 million), followed by Pakistan (10%) and Poland (8%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 71 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 23% on the year.
What is the average import price of cleaning cloths per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.09 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $5.79 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cleaning cloths to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $101.9 million in 2017 to $116.4 million in 2024, an increase of 14%. The peak was 2021 at $118.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $106.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export cleaning cloths?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $18.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the Netherlands and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $97.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for cleaning cloths?
The HS code for cleaning cloths is subheading 6307.10. 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 6307 page.
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