High-tenacity nylon yarn exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $49.9 million of high-tenacity nylon yarn in 2024 (9.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 93 countries for exports of this product. 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $49.9M | 9.8K t |
| 2023 | $47.2M | 7.9K t |
| 2022 | $52.4M | 7.4K t |
| 2021 | $45.3M | 7.6K t |
| 2020 | $33.9M | 7.1K t |
| 2019 | $45.6M | 9.6K t |
| 2018 | $51.7M | 10.9K t |
| 2017 | $54.9M | 11.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports high-tenacity nylon yarn to
One buyer market dominates: Romania accounted for 78% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Romania | $38.8M | 78% |
| France | $4.2M | 8.4% |
| China | $2.6M | 5.2% |
| United States | $931K | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $852K | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $806K | 1.6% |
| North Macedonia | $757K | 1.5% |
| Estonia | $615K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $106K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $86K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.10 per kg, 25% above the world average of $4.07. 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-tenacity nylon yarn imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $25.9 million of high-tenacity nylon yarn in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $14.8M | 57% |
| Switzerland | $3.7M | 14% |
| China | $2.1M | 8% |
| Slovakia | $1.5M | 5.8% |
| United States | $1.3M | 5.1% |
| Canada | $883K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $327K | 1.3% |
| Vietnam | $299K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $292K | 1.1% |
| Czech Republic | $203K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom high-tenacity nylon yarn exports (HS 5402.19): 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 5402.19: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of high tenacity nylon or other polyamides, textured or not: other than aramids, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of high-tenacity nylon yarn exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported high-tenacity nylon yarn worth $49.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 93 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy high-tenacity nylon yarn from the United Kingdom?
Romania was the largest buyer with 78% of the value ($38.8 million), followed by France (8%) and China (5%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 29 buyer countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 251% on the year.
What is the average export price of high-tenacity nylon yarn per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.10 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $4.07 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of high-tenacity nylon yarn from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $54.9 million in 2017 to $49.9 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2017 at $54.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $47.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import high-tenacity nylon yarn?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $25.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Switzerland and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $24.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for high-tenacity nylon yarn?
The HS code for high-tenacity nylon yarn is subheading 5402.19. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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