High synthetic staple fabric, dyed exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported high synthetic staple fabric, dyed worth $17.6 million (275 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 105 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17.6M | 275 t |
| 2023 | $17.4M | 331 t |
| 2022 | $13.9M | 303 t |
| 2021 | $11.8M | 267 t |
| 2020 | $10.1M | 224 t |
| 2019 | $9.2M | 177 t |
| 2018 | $10.9M | 206 t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 180 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports high synthetic staple fabric, dyed to
The largest buyer markets were Romania (21%), Germany (19%), India (11%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+170% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Romania | $3.7M | 21% |
| Germany | $3.4M | 19% |
| India | $1.9M | 11% |
| Australia | $1.5M | 8.6% |
| France | $1.1M | 6.5% |
| Vietnam | $1.0M | 5.7% |
| Poland | $785K | 4.5% |
| United States | $760K | 4.3% |
| Morocco | $658K | 3.7% |
| China | $603K | 3.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $63.79 per kg, 284% above the world average of $16.62. 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.
High synthetic staple fabric, dyed imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $6.0 million of high synthetic staple fabric, dyed in 2024 (374 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Spain (37%), France (21%), Ireland (12%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+271% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $2.2M | 37% |
| France | $1.2M | 21% |
| Ireland | $743K | 12% |
| India | $489K | 8.2% |
| China | $399K | 6.7% |
| Italy | $278K | 4.6% |
| Belgium | $186K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $158K | 2.7% |
| United States | $91K | 1.5% |
| Indonesia | $54K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom high synthetic staple fabric, dyed exports (HS 5512.99): 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 5512.99: Fabrics, woven: of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of such fibres n.e.c. in heading no. 5512, other than unbleached or bleached.
Common questions
What is the value of high synthetic staple fabric, dyed exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported high synthetic staple fabric, dyed worth $17.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 275 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 105 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries buy high synthetic staple fabric, dyed from the United Kingdom?
Romania was the largest buyer with 21% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Germany (19%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 66 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 170% on the year.
What is the average export price of high synthetic staple fabric, dyed per kg?
The average declared export value was about $63.79 per kg in 2024, 284% above the world average of $16.62 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of high synthetic staple fabric, dyed from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $17.6 million in 2024, an increase of 168%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import high synthetic staple fabric, dyed?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $6.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Spain, France and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $11.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for high synthetic staple fabric, dyed?
The HS code for high synthetic staple fabric, dyed is subheading 5512.99. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5512 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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