Headgear (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of headgear (other) by the United Kingdom reached $22.0 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 219 countries. Value rose 15% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $29.2 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 | $22.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $19.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $29.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $23.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $19.8M | 911 t |
| 2019 | $21.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $19.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $18.8M | 1.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports headgear (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $12.2M | 55% |
| Mexico | $3.1M | 14% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 5.7% |
| United States | $701K | 3.2% |
| France | $583K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $553K | 2.5% |
| Taiwan | $522K | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $421K | 1.9% |
| Pakistan | $252K | 1.2% |
| India | $233K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.01 per kg, close to the world average of $16.50.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Headgear (other) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $3.2 million of headgear (other) in 2024 (67 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Spain (23%), Netherlands (17%), France (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+117% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $737K | 23% |
| Netherlands | $539K | 17% |
| France | $322K | 10% |
| Ireland | $170K | 5.3% |
| United States | $113K | 3.5% |
| Italy | $112K | 3.5% |
| Dominican Republic | $93K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $74K | 2.3% |
| Sweden | $73K | 2.3% |
| Hong Kong | $64K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom headgear (other) imports (HS 6506.99): 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 6506.99: Headgear: (other than safety headgear), (of materials other than rubber or plastic), whether or not lined or trimmed.
Common questions
What is the value of headgear (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported headgear (other) worth $22.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 219 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply headgear (other) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($12.2 million), followed by Mexico (14%) and Italy (6%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 67 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 302% on the year.
What is the average import price of headgear (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.01 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $16.50 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of headgear (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.8 million in 2017 to $22.0 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. The peak was 2022 at $29.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export headgear (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, the Netherlands and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $18.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for headgear (other)?
The HS code for headgear (other) is subheading 6506.99. It sits in HS chapter 65 (headgear and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6506 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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