Handbag (plastic or textile) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $508.9 million of handbag (plastic or textile) in 2024 (23.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 218 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $508.9M | 23.5K t |
| 2023 | $517.6M | 19.7K t |
| 2022 | $546.1M | 22.6K t |
| 2021 | $452.8M | 17.5K t |
| 2020 | $448.0M | 16.1K t |
| 2019 | $601.3M | 25.3K t |
| 2018 | $595.6M | 27.0K t |
| 2017 | $503.0M | 31.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports handbag (plastic or textile) from
The largest suppliers were China (41%), France (23%), Italy (17%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $210.4M | 41% |
| France | $116.6M | 23% |
| Italy | $85.8M | 17% |
| India | $34.1M | 6.7% |
| Vietnam | $13.0M | 2.6% |
| Cambodia | $9.1M | 1.8% |
| Indonesia | $7.7M | 1.5% |
| Spain | $6.6M | 1.3% |
| Myanmar | $3.1M | 0.6% |
| Turkey | $3.1M | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.64 per kg, close to the world average of $22.69.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Handbag (plastic or textile) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported handbag (plastic or textile) worth $56.4 million (694 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Hong Kong (16%), Macao (15%), Italy (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+209% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $8.9M | 16% |
| Macao | $8.2M | 15% |
| Italy | $6.6M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $6.5M | 12% |
| United States | $4.0M | 7.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.4M | 6% |
| Belgium | $1.6M | 2.8% |
| Ireland | $1.6M | 2.8% |
| Sierra Leone | $1.3M | 2.3% |
| Kuwait | $1.2M | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom handbag (plastic or textile) imports (HS 4202.22): 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 4202.22: Cases and containers: handbags (whether or not with shoulder strap and including those without handle), with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials.
Common questions
What is the value of handbag (plastic or textile) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported handbag (plastic or textile) worth $508.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 218 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply handbag (plastic or textile) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($210.4 million), followed by France (23%) and Italy (17%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 96 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of handbag (plastic or textile) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.64 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $22.69 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of handbag (plastic or textile) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $503.0 million in 2017 to $508.9 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2019 at $601.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $521.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export handbag (plastic or textile)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $56.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Macao and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $452.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for handbag (plastic or textile)?
The HS code for handbag (plastic or textile) is subheading 4202.22. It sits in HS chapter 42 (articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4202 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
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