Fish hook imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $6.1 million of fish hook in 2024 (111 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 10% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $8.8 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 | $6.1M | 111 t |
| 2023 | $5.6M | 112 t |
| 2022 | $8.8M | 171 t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 150 t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 91 t |
| 2019 | $5.5M | 103 t |
| 2018 | $6.0M | 199 t |
| 2017 | $6.5M | 242 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports fish hook from
Most of the value came from Philippines (23%), Japan (22%), China (21%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest (+297% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $1.4M | 23% |
| Japan | $1.3M | 22% |
| China | $1.3M | 21% |
| Belgium | $916K | 15% |
| Mauritius | $219K | 3.6% |
| France | $120K | 2% |
| Poland | $119K | 1.9% |
| Indonesia | $109K | 1.8% |
| Sweden | $71K | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $68K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $55.29 per kg, 178% above the world average of $19.92. 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.
Fish hook exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of fish hook by the United Kingdom reached $4.8 million in 2024 (70 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 123 countries. Netherlands alone took 60% of it. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+237% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $2.9M | 60% |
| Kenya | $363K | 7.6% |
| Ireland | $168K | 3.5% |
| China | $148K | 3.1% |
| Poland | $131K | 2.7% |
| Mauritius | $111K | 2.3% |
| Belgium | $110K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $89K | 1.9% |
| New Zealand | $88K | 1.8% |
| Slovakia | $83K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom fish hook imports (HS 9507.20): 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 9507.20: Fish-hooks: whether or not snelled.
Common questions
What is the value of fish hook imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported fish hook worth $6.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 111 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 205 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply fish hook to the United Kingdom?
The Philippines was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Japan (22%) and China (21%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 297% on the year.
What is the average import price of fish hook per kg?
The average declared import value was about $55.29 per kg in 2024, 178% above the world average of $19.92 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fish hook to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.5 million in 2017 to $6.1 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2022 at $8.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export fish hook?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Kenya and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for fish hook?
The HS code for fish hook is subheading 9507.20. It sits in HS chapter 95 (toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9507 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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