Folding knives imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported folding knives worth $21.8 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 216 countries. That is 6% more 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 | $21.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $20.5M | 875 t |
| 2022 | $21.2M | 987 t |
| 2021 | $18.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $14.9M | 882 t |
| 2019 | $16.8M | 957 t |
| 2018 | $16.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $17.5M | 1.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports folding knives from
Most of the value came from China (34%), Switzerland (16%), Taiwan (11%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.3M | 34% |
| Switzerland | $3.5M | 16% |
| Taiwan | $2.5M | 11% |
| United States | $2.3M | 11% |
| Germany | $2.2M | 10% |
| France | $905K | 4.1% |
| Belgium | $879K | 4% |
| Thailand | $695K | 3.2% |
| Japan | $546K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $408K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.60 per kg, 141% above the world average of $6.89. 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.
Folding knives exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of folding knives by the United Kingdom reached $8.9 million in 2024 (530 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Belgium (34%), Poland (13%), United States (10%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $3.0M | 34% |
| Poland | $1.1M | 13% |
| United States | $917K | 10% |
| France | $629K | 7% |
| Ireland | $545K | 6.1% |
| Sweden | $503K | 5.6% |
| Germany | $393K | 4.4% |
| Switzerland | $337K | 3.8% |
| South Africa | $227K | 2.5% |
| Turkey | $183K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom folding knives imports (HS 8211.93): 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 8211.93: Knives: with cutting blades, (having other than fixed blades), serrated or not, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208.
Common questions
What is the value of folding knives imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported folding knives worth $21.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 216 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply folding knives to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by Switzerland (16%) and Taiwan (11%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 36% on the year.
What is the average import price of folding knives per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.60 per kg in 2024, 141% above the world average of $6.89 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of folding knives to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.5 million in 2017 to $21.8 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $18.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export folding knives?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $8.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, Poland and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $12.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for folding knives?
The HS code for folding knives is subheading 8211.93. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8211 page.
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