Inner tubes (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $4.4 million of inner tubes (other) in 2024 (859 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $5.9 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 | $4.4M | 859 t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 899 t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $5.1M | 891 t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 773 t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 921 t |
| 2018 | $5.3M | 904 t |
| 2017 | $5.6M | 1.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports inner tubes (other) from
Most of the value came from China (24%), Poland (20%), Vietnam (15%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+185% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.1M | 24% |
| Poland | $888K | 20% |
| Vietnam | $662K | 15% |
| Serbia | $422K | 9.6% |
| Thailand | $169K | 3.8% |
| South Korea | $157K | 3.6% |
| United States | $149K | 3.4% |
| France | $147K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $114K | 2.6% |
| Spain | $111K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.14 per kg, 53% above the world average of $3.35. 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.
Inner tubes (other) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of inner tubes (other) by the United Kingdom reached $621 thousand in 2024 (44 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (17%), Ireland (13%), United States (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $105K | 17% |
| Ireland | $81K | 13% |
| United States | $72K | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $46K | 7.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $42K | 6.7% |
| Qatar | $34K | 5.4% |
| Poland | $27K | 4.4% |
| France | $25K | 4% |
| South Africa | $17K | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $17K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom inner tubes (other) imports (HS 4013.90): 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 4013.90: Rubber: inner tubes, n.e.c. in heading no. 4013.
Common questions
What is the value of inner tubes (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported inner tubes (other) worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 859 tonnes. That ranks it 36th of 212 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply inner tubes (other) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Poland (20%) and Vietnam (15%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 185% on the year.
What is the average import price of inner tubes (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.14 per kg in 2024, 53% above the world average of $3.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of inner tubes (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.6 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, a fall of 21%. The peak was 2022 at $5.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export inner tubes (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $621 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Ireland and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $3.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for inner tubes (other)?
The HS code for inner tubes (other) is subheading 4013.90. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4013 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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