Fibre-cement products (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fibre-cement products (other) by the United Kingdom reached $11.5 million in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 186 countries for imports of this product. That is 4% less 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $12.0M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 3.7K t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $6.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $10.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $7.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $7.7M | 1.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports fibre-cement products (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.1M | 53% |
| Poland | $3.3M | 29% |
| Denmark | $1.1M | 9.4% |
| Ireland | $314K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $221K | 1.9% |
| Lithuania | $191K | 1.7% |
| Switzerland | $93K | 0.8% |
| Malaysia | $59K | 0.5% |
| Czech Republic | $40K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $34K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.52 per kg, 163% above the world average of $1.34. 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.
Fibre-cement products (other) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported fibre-cement products (other) worth $2.4 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were Ireland (39%), China (39%), Saudi Arabia (5%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $940K | 39% |
| China | $932K | 39% |
| Saudi Arabia | $129K | 5.4% |
| Poland | $100K | 4.2% |
| Netherlands | $57K | 2.4% |
| India | $57K | 2.4% |
| Malta | $55K | 2.3% |
| Falkland Isds (Malvinas) | $42K | 1.8% |
| Switzerland | $38K | 1.6% |
| Qatar | $8K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom fibre-cement products (other) imports (HS 6811.89): 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 6811.89: Cellulose fibre-cement: articles or the like, other than corrugated sheets and other sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles, not containing asbestos.
Common questions
What is the value of fibre-cement products (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported fibre-cement products (other) worth $11.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 186 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply fibre-cement products (other) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($6.1 million), followed by Poland (29%) and Denmark (9%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 271% on the year.
What is the average import price of fibre-cement products (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.52 per kg in 2024, 163% above the world average of $1.34 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of fibre-cement products (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.7 million in 2017 to $11.5 million in 2024, an increase of 50%. The peak was 2023 at $12.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export fibre-cement products (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, China and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $9.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for fibre-cement products (other)?
The HS code for fibre-cement products (other) is subheading 6811.89. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6811 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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