Degreased unshorn wool exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of degreased unshorn wool by the United Kingdom reached $16.8 million in 2024 (8.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 72 countries for exports of this product. That is 33% 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16.8M | 8.1K t |
| 2023 | $12.6M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $10.4M | 5.4K t |
| 2021 | $9.0M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $9.0M | 3.5K t |
| 2019 | $11.8M | 4.3K t |
| 2018 | $9.6M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $11.4M | 3.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports degreased unshorn wool to
The largest buyer markets were China (48%), Lithuania (18%), India (13%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+462% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.0M | 48% |
| Lithuania | $3.1M | 18% |
| India | $2.2M | 13% |
| Poland | $1.2M | 7.4% |
| United States | $477K | 2.9% |
| Denmark | $342K | 2% |
| Thailand | $321K | 1.9% |
| Egypt | $291K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $153K | 0.9% |
| Ireland | $136K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.07 per kg, 35% above the world average of $1.53. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Degreased unshorn wool imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported degreased unshorn wool worth $3.3 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 82 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Australia (40%), Turkey (28%), Pakistan (10%). Among the main suppliers, Pakistan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $1.3M | 40% |
| Turkey | $947K | 28% |
| Pakistan | $333K | 10% |
| Spain | $183K | 5.5% |
| China | $141K | 4.2% |
| Czech Republic | $139K | 4.2% |
| Syria | $54K | 1.6% |
| Libya | $52K | 1.6% |
| Kenya | $48K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $42K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom degreased unshorn wool exports (HS 5101.29): 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 5101.29: Wool: (not carded or combed), degreased, (not carbonised), (other than shorn).
Common questions
What is the value of degreased unshorn wool exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported degreased unshorn wool worth $16.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 72 countries worldwide, with 20% of world exports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries buy degreased unshorn wool from the United Kingdom?
China was the largest buyer with 48% of the value ($8.0 million), followed by Lithuania (18%) and India (13%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 34 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 462% on the year.
What is the average export price of degreased unshorn wool per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.07 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $1.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of degreased unshorn wool from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.4 million in 2017 to $16.8 million in 2024, an increase of 47%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import degreased unshorn wool?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Australia, Turkey and Pakistan. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $13.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for degreased unshorn wool?
The HS code for degreased unshorn wool is subheading 5101.29. It sits in HS chapter 51 (wool, fine or coarse animal hair; horsehair yarn and woven fabric). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5101 page.
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