Cotton knit garments imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cotton knit garments by the United Kingdom reached $64.2 million in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 212 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 19% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $160.2 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 | $64.2M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $79.1M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $108.8M | 4.2K t |
| 2021 | $110.6M | 4.3K t |
| 2020 | $127.5M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $135.7M | 4.9K t |
| 2018 | $160.2M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $118.5M | 4.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports cotton knit garments from
The largest suppliers were Bangladesh (26%), India (22%), China (17%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+300% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | $16.7M | 26% |
| India | $14.0M | 22% |
| China | $10.8M | 17% |
| Sri Lanka | $5.3M | 8.3% |
| Turkey | $3.7M | 5.8% |
| Malaysia | $1.9M | 3% |
| Pakistan | $1.2M | 1.9% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $1.0M | 1.6% |
| Mauritius | $845K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.81 per kg, close to the world average of $20.71.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cotton knit garments exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $6.5 million of cotton knit garments in 2024 (845 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Malaysia (15%), Netherlands (15%), United States (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $983K | 15% |
| Netherlands | $956K | 15% |
| United States | $608K | 9.3% |
| Kuwait | $506K | 7.7% |
| Ireland | $482K | 7.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $317K | 4.8% |
| Germany | $273K | 4.2% |
| Bangladesh | $239K | 3.7% |
| Australia | $178K | 2.7% |
| France | $138K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cotton knit garments imports (HS 6114.20): 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 6114.20: Garments: of cotton, knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61.
Common questions
What is the value of cotton knit garments imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported cotton knit garments worth $64.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 212 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton knit garments to the United Kingdom?
Bangladesh was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($16.7 million), followed by India (22%) and China (17%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 70 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 300% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton knit garments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.81 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $20.71 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cotton knit garments to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $118.5 million in 2017 to $64.2 million in 2024, a fall of 46%. The peak was 2018 at $160.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $113.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export cotton knit garments?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $6.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malaysia, the Netherlands and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $57.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton knit garments?
The HS code for cotton knit garments is subheading 6114.20. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6114 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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