Embroidered cotton fabric imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $3.7 million of embroidered cotton fabric in 2024 (74 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $6.8 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 | $3.7M | 74 t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 59 t |
| 2022 | $4.8M | 72 t |
| 2021 | $5.5M | 66 t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 108 t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 139 t |
| 2018 | $6.8M | 104 t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 148 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports embroidered cotton fabric from
Most of the value came from India (30%), China (26%), Austria (21%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+691% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.1M | 30% |
| China | $969K | 26% |
| Austria | $764K | 21% |
| Turkey | $214K | 5.8% |
| Switzerland | $164K | 4.5% |
| France | $100K | 2.7% |
| Thailand | $87K | 2.4% |
| Moldova | $56K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $43K | 1.2% |
| Morocco | $38K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $50.05 per kg, 229% above the world average of $15.22. 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.
Embroidered cotton fabric exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $708 thousand of embroidered cotton fabric in 2024 (12 tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (36%), Nigeria (7%), United States (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest (+156% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $255K | 36% |
| Nigeria | $51K | 7.2% |
| United States | $42K | 6% |
| Germany | $40K | 5.7% |
| Morocco | $28K | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $25K | 3.5% |
| France | $25K | 3.5% |
| Canada | $20K | 2.8% |
| Hong Kong | $19K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $19K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom embroidered cotton fabric imports (HS 5810.91): 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 5810.91: Embroidery: with visible ground, of cotton, in the piece, in strips or in motifs.
Common questions
What is the value of embroidered cotton fabric imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported embroidered cotton fabric worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 74 tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 179 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply embroidered cotton fabric to the United Kingdom?
India was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by China (26%) and Austria (21%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 691% on the year.
What is the average import price of embroidered cotton fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $50.05 per kg in 2024, 229% above the world average of $15.22 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of embroidered cotton fabric to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2018 at $6.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export embroidered cotton fabric?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $708 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Nigeria and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for embroidered cotton fabric?
The HS code for embroidered cotton fabric is subheading 5810.91. It sits in HS chapter 58 (fabrics; special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings, embroidery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5810 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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