Light nonwoven natural fabric exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of light nonwoven natural fabric by the United Kingdom reached $4.2 million in 2024 (408 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 22% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $4.2M | 408 t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 389 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 775 t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 547 t |
| 2020 | $3.4M | 446 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 424 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 377 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 318 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports light nonwoven natural fabric to
Most of it went to Ireland (35%), Sweden (18%), Germany (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Sweden grew fastest (+171% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $1.5M | 35% |
| Sweden | $742K | 18% |
| Germany | $450K | 11% |
| Israel | $423K | 10% |
| United States | $419K | 10% |
| Thailand | $207K | 4.9% |
| Belgium | $82K | 2% |
| Spain | $61K | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $51K | 1.2% |
| Poland | $47K | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.28 per kg, 221% above the world average of $3.20. 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.
Light nonwoven natural fabric imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported light nonwoven natural fabric worth $4.1 million (553 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Germany (28%), China (26%), France (11%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+250% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.2M | 28% |
| China | $1.1M | 26% |
| France | $458K | 11% |
| United States | $408K | 10% |
| Japan | $311K | 7.6% |
| Poland | $307K | 7.5% |
| Sweden | $135K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $123K | 3% |
| Ireland | $77K | 1.9% |
| Denmark | $9K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom light nonwoven natural fabric exports (HS 5603.91): 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 5603.91: Nonwovens: whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, not of man-made filaments, (weighing not more than 25g/m2).
Common questions
What is the value of light nonwoven natural fabric exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported light nonwoven natural fabric worth $4.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 408 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 92 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy light nonwoven natural fabric from the United Kingdom?
Ireland was the largest buyer with 35% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Sweden (18%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 51 buyer countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 171% on the year.
What is the average export price of light nonwoven natural fabric per kg?
The average declared export value was about $10.28 per kg in 2024, 221% above the world average of $3.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of light nonwoven natural fabric from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $4.2 million in 2024, an increase of 145%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import light nonwoven natural fabric?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, China and France. That compares with exports of $4.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for light nonwoven natural fabric?
The HS code for light nonwoven natural fabric is subheading 5603.91. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5603 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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