Girdles and panty girdles imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of girdles and panty girdles by the United Kingdom reached $6.2 million in 2024 (195 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 21% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $12.8 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 | $6.2M | 195 t |
| 2023 | $7.9M | 208 t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 226 t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 152 t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 158 t |
| 2019 | $12.8M | 359 t |
| 2018 | $10.9M | 353 t |
| 2017 | $10.1M | 471 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports girdles and panty girdles from
Most of the value came from China (44%), Vietnam (12%), Sri Lanka (7%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 44% |
| Vietnam | $743K | 12% |
| Sri Lanka | $426K | 6.9% |
| United States | $371K | 6% |
| Turkey | $343K | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $319K | 5.1% |
| Bangladesh | $268K | 4.3% |
| Nicaragua | $188K | 3% |
| Hong Kong | $127K | 2.1% |
| Slovakia | $122K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.82 per kg, close to the world average of $32.38.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Girdles and panty girdles exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported girdles and panty girdles worth $856 thousand (26 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (25%), Germany (15%), China (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $214K | 25% |
| Germany | $125K | 15% |
| China | $90K | 11% |
| Bangladesh | $53K | 6.2% |
| Netherlands | $46K | 5.4% |
| Poland | $29K | 3.4% |
| South Korea | $28K | 3.2% |
| France | $27K | 3.1% |
| Australia | $25K | 2.9% |
| Sri Lanka | $22K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom girdles and panty girdles imports (HS 6212.20): 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 6212.20: Girdles and panty-girdles: whether or not knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of girdles and panty girdles imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported girdles and panty girdles worth $6.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 195 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 191 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply girdles and panty girdles to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($2.7 million), followed by Vietnam (12%) and Sri Lanka (7%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 13% on the year.
What is the average import price of girdles and panty girdles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $31.82 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $32.38 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of girdles and panty girdles to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.1 million in 2017 to $6.2 million in 2024, a fall of 39%. The peak was 2019 at $12.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export girdles and panty girdles?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $856 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Germany and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for girdles and panty girdles?
The HS code for girdles and panty girdles is subheading 6212.20. It sits in HS chapter 62 (apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6212 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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