Cotton men's trousers imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported cotton men's trousers worth $716.4 million (33.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 225 countries. That is 8% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $1.16 billion.
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 | $716.4M | 33.4K t |
| 2023 | $782.4M | 32.9K t |
| 2022 | $873.4M | 39.4K t |
| 2021 | $727.4M | 38.2K t |
| 2020 | $760.3M | 34.5K t |
| 2019 | $1.04B | 51.5K t |
| 2018 | $1.11B | 55.6K t |
| 2017 | $1.16B | 64.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports cotton men's trousers from
Most of the value came from Bangladesh (39%), Pakistan (12%), China (7%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | $278.8M | 39% |
| Pakistan | $88.2M | 12% |
| China | $48.5M | 6.8% |
| Turkey | $40.3M | 5.6% |
| Tunisia | $37.6M | 5.3% |
| Italy | $36.9M | 5.2% |
| Germany | $24.6M | 3.4% |
| Sri Lanka | $21.3M | 3% |
| Vietnam | $18.3M | 2.6% |
| India | $16.7M | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.45 per kg, close to the world average of $23.25.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cotton men's trousers exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $56.6 million of cotton men's trousers in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Netherlands (27%), Bangladesh (12%), Germany (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+145% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $15.3M | 27% |
| Bangladesh | $6.8M | 12% |
| Germany | $4.8M | 8.5% |
| Ireland | $4.6M | 8.2% |
| Italy | $4.6M | 8.2% |
| United States | $1.8M | 3.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 2.7% |
| South Korea | $1.3M | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $1.2M | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $1.2M | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cotton men's trousers imports (HS 6203.42): 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 6203.42: Trousers, bib and brace overalls, breeches and shorts: men's or boys', of cotton (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of cotton men's trousers imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported cotton men's trousers worth $716.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 33.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 225 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply cotton men's trousers to the United Kingdom?
Bangladesh was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($278.8 million), followed by Pakistan (12%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 97 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 21% on the year.
What is the average import price of cotton men's trousers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.45 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $23.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cotton men's trousers to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.16 billion in 2017 to $716.4 million in 2024, a fall of 38%. The peak was 2017 at $1.16 billion. Over 8 years the average was $896.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export cotton men's trousers?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $56.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Bangladesh and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $659.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotton men's trousers?
The HS code for cotton men's trousers is subheading 6203.42. It sits in HS chapter 62 (apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6203 page.
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