Light nonwoven synthetic fabric imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $47.1 million of light nonwoven synthetic fabric in 2024 (17.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 4% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $82.1 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 | $47.1M | 17.1K t |
| 2023 | $45.3M | 14.2K t |
| 2022 | $56.3M | 17.3K t |
| 2021 | $82.1M | 25.8K t |
| 2020 | $81.6M | 23.3K t |
| 2019 | $65.7M | 20.4K t |
| 2018 | $61.8M | 20.4K t |
| 2017 | $63.6M | 22.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports light nonwoven synthetic fabric from
Most of the value came from Turkey (31%), China (10%), Italy (9%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.76 per kg, close to the world average of $2.55.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light nonwoven synthetic fabric exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of light nonwoven synthetic fabric by the United Kingdom reached $19.8 million in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Poland (19%), Germany (18%), United States (15%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+866% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $3.7M | 19% |
| Germany | $3.6M | 18% |
| United States | $2.9M | 15% |
| Ireland | $1.9M | 9.4% |
| Indonesia | $1.6M | 8.1% |
| South Korea | $1.4M | 7.3% |
| China | $510K | 2.6% |
| France | $505K | 2.6% |
| Sri Lanka | $470K | 2.4% |
| Italy | $457K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom light nonwoven synthetic fabric imports (HS 5603.11): 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 5603.11: Nonwovens: whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments, (weighing not more than 25g/m2).
Common questions
What is the value of light nonwoven synthetic fabric imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported light nonwoven synthetic fabric worth $47.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 195 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply light nonwoven synthetic fabric to the United Kingdom?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($14.6 million), followed by China (10%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 45% on the year.
What is the average import price of light nonwoven synthetic fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.76 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $2.55 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of light nonwoven synthetic fabric to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $63.6 million in 2017 to $47.1 million in 2024, a fall of 26%. The peak was 2021 at $82.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $62.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export light nonwoven synthetic fabric?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $19.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Poland, Germany and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $27.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for light nonwoven synthetic fabric?
The HS code for light nonwoven synthetic fabric is subheading 5603.11. 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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