Knit garments (other materials) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $24.7 million of knit garments (other materials) in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 62% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $64.5 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 | $24.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $64.5M | 969 t |
| 2022 | $29.5M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $33.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $34.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $37.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $39.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $30.4M | 1.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports knit garments (other materials) from
Most of the value came from China (26%), India (17%), Turkey (9%). Among the main suppliers, Bangladesh grew fastest (+966% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.4M | 26% |
| India | $4.2M | 17% |
| Turkey | $2.3M | 9.4% |
| Bangladesh | $2.3M | 9.2% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 8.3% |
| Morocco | $1.2M | 4.9% |
| Pakistan | $570K | 2.3% |
| France | $564K | 2.3% |
| Poland | $520K | 2.1% |
| Canada | $493K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.98 per kg, close to the world average of $21.23.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Knit garments (other materials) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $15.4 million of knit garments (other materials) in 2024 (259 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 183 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were United States (18%), France (11%), Israel (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%. Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+217% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.8M | 18% |
| France | $1.8M | 11% |
| Israel | $1.1M | 6.8% |
| South Korea | $855K | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $830K | 5.4% |
| Spain | $788K | 5.1% |
| Hong Kong | $661K | 4.3% |
| Turkey | $624K | 4% |
| Japan | $527K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $481K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom knit garments (other materials) imports (HS 6114.90): 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 6114.90: Garments: of textile materials (other than cotton or man-made fibres), knitted or crocheted, n.e.c. in chapter 61.
Common questions
What is the value of knit garments (other materials) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported knit garments (other materials) worth $24.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 215 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 62% on 2023.
Which countries supply knit garments (other materials) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($6.4 million), followed by India (17%) and Turkey (9%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 80 supplier countries in total. Bangladesh grew fastest among the top ten, up 966% on the year.
What is the average import price of knit garments (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.98 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $21.23 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of knit garments (other materials) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.4 million in 2017 to $24.7 million in 2024, a fall of 19%. The peak was 2023 at $64.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $36.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export knit garments (other materials)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $15.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, France and Israel. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $9.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for knit garments (other materials)?
The HS code for knit garments (other materials) is subheading 6114.90. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6114 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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