Cotton hosiery without soles imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cotton hosiery without soles by the United Kingdom reached $359.2 million in 2024 (26.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 214 countries. Value rose 4% on 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 | $359.2M | 26.3K t |
| 2023 | $344.0M | 22.7K t |
| 2022 | $376.6M | 25.8K t |
| 2021 | $328.3M | 39.9K t |
| 2020 | $326.1M | 23.5K t |
| 2019 | $402.3M | 33.1K t |
| 2018 | $406.9M | 30.4K t |
| 2017 | $399.1M | 40.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports cotton hosiery without soles from
Most of the value came from Turkey (36%), China (28%), Pakistan (18%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+111% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $128.4M | 36% |
| China | $102.2M | 29% |
| Pakistan | $65.0M | 18% |
| Vietnam | $15.4M | 4.3% |
| Cambodia | $9.3M | 2.6% |
| India | $6.8M | 1.9% |
| Portugal | $5.4M | 1.5% |
| Myanmar | $4.7M | 1.3% |
| Italy | $4.1M | 1.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $2.5M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.64 per kg, close to the world average of $14.29.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cotton hosiery without soles exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported cotton hosiery without soles worth $18.2 million (707 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (15%), Germany (15%), Ireland (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+114% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $2.7M | 15% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 15% |
| Ireland | $2.6M | 14% |
| Belgium | $1.6M | 9% |
| United States | $898K | 4.9% |
| Spain | $799K | 4.4% |
| Czech Republic | $745K | 4.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $632K | 3.5% |
| Poland | $628K | 3.5% |
| China | $610K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cotton hosiery without soles imports (HS 6115.95): 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 6115.95: Hosiery and footwear: without applied soles, of cotton, knitted or crocheted (excluding graduated compression hosiery, panty hose, tights, full or knee-length hosiery measuring per single yarn less than 67 decitex).
Common questions
What is the value of cotton hosiery without soles imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported cotton hosiery without soles worth $359.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 214 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton hosiery without soles to the United Kingdom?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($128.4 million), followed by China (28%) and Pakistan (18%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 72 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 111% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton hosiery without soles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.64 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $14.29 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton hosiery without soles to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $399.1 million in 2017 to $359.2 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2018 at $406.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $367.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export cotton hosiery without soles?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $18.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Germany and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $341.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton hosiery without soles?
The HS code for cotton hosiery without soles is subheading 6115.95. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6115 page.
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