Knit accessories imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported knit accessories worth $23.3 million (2.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $31.8 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 | $23.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $24.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $28.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $30.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $31.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $29.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $25.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $24.7M | 1.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports knit accessories from
China alone supplied 61% of it. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+117% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.2M | 61% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 7.4% |
| Spain | $1.5M | 6.3% |
| France | $820K | 3.5% |
| India | $639K | 2.7% |
| Cambodia | $531K | 2.3% |
| Sri Lanka | $368K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $339K | 1.5% |
| United States | $320K | 1.4% |
| Bangladesh | $291K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.68 per kg, 50% below the world average of $17.25, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Knit accessories exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported knit accessories worth $4.7 million (73 tonnes). Most of it went to Costa Rica (11%), Netherlands (9%), South Korea (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 28%. Among the main buyer markets, Costa Rica grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Costa Rica | $512K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $418K | 8.9% |
| South Korea | $387K | 8.3% |
| Hong Kong | $367K | 7.8% |
| United States | $343K | 7.3% |
| France | $298K | 6.4% |
| Australia | $250K | 5.3% |
| Japan | $230K | 4.9% |
| Ireland | $145K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $142K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom knit accessories imports (HS 6117.80): 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 6117.80: Clothing accessories: knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in heading no. 6117.
Common questions
What is the value of knit accessories imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported knit accessories worth $23.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 213 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply knit accessories to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($14.2 million), followed by Italy (7%) and Spain (6%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 67 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 117% on the year.
What is the average import price of knit accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.68 per kg in 2024, 50% below the world average of $17.25 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of knit accessories to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.7 million in 2017 to $23.3 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2020 at $31.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export knit accessories?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Costa Rica, the Netherlands and South Korea. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $18.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for knit accessories?
The HS code for knit accessories is subheading 6117.80. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6117 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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