Embroidered synthetic fabric imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported embroidered synthetic fabric worth $7.5 million (200 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 10% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $15.5 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 | $7.5M | 200 t |
| 2023 | $8.3M | 228 t |
| 2022 | $8.8M | 330 t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 208 t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 207 t |
| 2019 | $8.8M | 410 t |
| 2018 | $12.0M | 527 t |
| 2017 | $15.5M | 771 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports embroidered synthetic fabric from
Most of the value came from India (37%), China (24%), Turkey (11%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $2.7M | 37% |
| China | $1.8M | 24% |
| Turkey | $842K | 11% |
| Italy | $347K | 4.6% |
| Hong Kong | $342K | 4.6% |
| France | $289K | 3.9% |
| Vietnam | $182K | 2.4% |
| South Korea | $133K | 1.8% |
| Thailand | $120K | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $109K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $37.36 per kg, 201% above the world average of $12.43. 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 synthetic fabric exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of embroidered synthetic fabric by the United Kingdom reached $1.3 million in 2024 (20 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (14%), Oman (12%), Ireland (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $182K | 14% |
| Oman | $150K | 12% |
| Ireland | $114K | 9% |
| Belgium | $99K | 7.8% |
| Germany | $93K | 7.3% |
| France | $86K | 6.8% |
| Netherlands | $81K | 6.4% |
| Portugal | $50K | 4% |
| Morocco | $47K | 3.7% |
| Italy | $25K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom embroidered synthetic fabric imports (HS 5810.92): 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 5810.92: Embroidery: with visible ground, of man-made fibres, in the piece, in strips or in motifs.
Common questions
What is the value of embroidered synthetic fabric imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported embroidered synthetic fabric worth $7.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 200 tonnes. That ranks it 35th of 194 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply embroidered synthetic fabric to the United Kingdom?
India was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by China (24%) and Turkey (11%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 48% on the year.
What is the average import price of embroidered synthetic fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $37.36 per kg in 2024, 201% above the world average of $12.43 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of embroidered synthetic fabric to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.5 million in 2017 to $7.5 million in 2024, a fall of 52%. The peak was 2017 at $15.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export embroidered synthetic fabric?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Oman and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $6.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for embroidered synthetic fabric?
The HS code for embroidered synthetic fabric is subheading 5810.92. 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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