Flexible intermediate bulk containers imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported flexible intermediate bulk containers worth $88.4 million (37.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 204 countries. That is 6% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $120.7 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 | $88.4M | 37.2K t |
| 2023 | $83.4M | 34.8K t |
| 2022 | $99.2M | 34.9K t |
| 2021 | $120.7M | 44.0K t |
| 2020 | $80.1M | 35.2K t |
| 2019 | $89.6M | 34.6K t |
| 2018 | $96.6M | 34.1K t |
| 2017 | $84.2M | 30.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports flexible intermediate bulk containers from
India alone supplied 72% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $63.9M | 72% |
| Turkey | $9.1M | 10% |
| Bangladesh | $4.8M | 5.5% |
| Romania | $1.9M | 2.2% |
| China | $1.8M | 2% |
| Bulgaria | $924K | 1.1% |
| Czech Republic | $909K | 1% |
| Thailand | $672K | 0.8% |
| Vietnam | $660K | 0.8% |
| Ireland | $547K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.37 per kg, close to the world average of $2.66.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Flexible intermediate bulk containers exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of flexible intermediate bulk containers by the United Kingdom reached $7.1 million in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (32%), Belgium (17%), Israel (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+950% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $2.3M | 32% |
| Belgium | $1.2M | 17% |
| Israel | $573K | 8% |
| India | $386K | 5.4% |
| Canada | $373K | 5.2% |
| Germany | $333K | 4.7% |
| France | $292K | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $205K | 2.9% |
| United States | $166K | 2.3% |
| Singapore | $159K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom flexible intermediate bulk containers imports (HS 6305.32): 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 6305.32: Sacks and bags: of a kind used for the packing of goods, of man-made textile materials, flexible intermediate bulk containers.
Common questions
What is the value of flexible intermediate bulk containers imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported flexible intermediate bulk containers worth $88.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 37.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 204 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply flexible intermediate bulk containers to the United Kingdom?
India was the largest supplier with 72% of the value ($63.9 million), followed by Turkey (10%) and Bangladesh (5%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 369% on the year.
What is the average import price of flexible intermediate bulk containers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.37 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $2.66 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of flexible intermediate bulk containers to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $84.2 million in 2017 to $88.4 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2021 at $120.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $92.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export flexible intermediate bulk containers?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $7.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Belgium and Israel. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $81.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for flexible intermediate bulk containers?
The HS code for flexible intermediate bulk containers is subheading 6305.32. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6305 page.
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