Inflatable pleasure boats exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $67.3 million of inflatable pleasure boats in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 122 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 4% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $67.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $70.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $50.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $46.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $36.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $24.6M | 759 t |
| 2018 | $24.4M | 859 t |
| 2017 | $18.7M | 938 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports inflatable pleasure boats to
Most of it went to Italy (23%), Netherlands (16%), United States (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+476% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $15.3M | 23% |
| Netherlands | $10.9M | 16% |
| United States | $6.6M | 9.7% |
| France | $5.7M | 8.4% |
| Spain | $4.5M | 6.7% |
| Poland | $4.0M | 5.9% |
| Turkey | $2.1M | 3.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.7M | 2.5% |
| Marshall Isds | $1.5M | 2.3% |
| Cayman Isds | $1.4M | 2.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $57.73 per kg, 215% above the world average of $18.32. 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.
Inflatable pleasure boats imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported inflatable pleasure boats worth $20.0 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 195 countries for imports of this product. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+382% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.8M | 54% |
| Ukraine | $2.7M | 14% |
| South Africa | $862K | 4.3% |
| New Zealand | $636K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $561K | 2.8% |
| Spain | $557K | 2.8% |
| France | $545K | 2.7% |
| Turkey | $534K | 2.7% |
| Tunisia | $297K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $291K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom inflatable pleasure boats exports (HS 8903.10): 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 8903.10: Yachts and other vessels: for pleasure or sports, rowing boats and canoes, inflatable.
Common questions
What is the value of inflatable pleasure boats exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported inflatable pleasure boats worth $67.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 122 countries worldwide, with 12% of world exports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy inflatable pleasure boats from the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($15.3 million), followed by the Netherlands (16%) and the United States (10%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 90 buyer countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 476% on the year.
What is the average export price of inflatable pleasure boats per kg?
The average declared export value was about $57.73 per kg in 2024, 215% above the world average of $18.32 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of inflatable pleasure boats from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $18.7 million in 2017 to $67.3 million in 2024, an increase of 260%. The peak was 2023 at $70.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $42.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import inflatable pleasure boats?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $20.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Ukraine and South Africa. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $47.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for inflatable pleasure boats?
The HS code for inflatable pleasure boats is subheading 8903.10. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8903 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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