Long pile knit fabric exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported long pile knit fabric worth $4.1 million (519 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 111 countries for exports of this product. That is 17% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $7.5 million.
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 | $4.1M | 519 t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 550 t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 693 t |
| 2021 | $7.5M | 703 t |
| 2020 | $5.2M | 512 t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 462 t |
| 2018 | $5.9M | 483 t |
| 2017 | $6.1M | 480 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports long pile knit fabric to
The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (16%), Ireland (15%), Sweden (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+69% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $672K | 17% |
| Ireland | $622K | 15% |
| Sweden | $454K | 11% |
| Germany | $407K | 10% |
| Poland | $380K | 9.3% |
| France | $371K | 9.1% |
| Denmark | $149K | 3.7% |
| Finland | $132K | 3.2% |
| Australia | $129K | 3.2% |
| United States | $107K | 2.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.85 per kg, 38% above the world average of $5.69. 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.
Long pile knit fabric imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported long pile knit fabric worth $2.1 million (292 tonnes). China alone supplied 75% of it. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+179% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 75% |
| Turkey | $115K | 5.5% |
| Italy | $101K | 4.8% |
| Portugal | $77K | 3.7% |
| Denmark | $36K | 1.7% |
| United States | $31K | 1.5% |
| South Korea | $28K | 1.3% |
| Japan | $20K | 1% |
| Brazil | $19K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $18K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom long pile knit fabric exports (HS 6001.10): 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 6001.10: Fabrics: long pile fabrics, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of long pile knit fabric exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported long pile knit fabric worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 519 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 111 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries buy long pile knit fabric from the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 16% of the value ($672 thousand), followed by Ireland (15%) and Sweden (11%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 61 buyer countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 69% on the year.
What is the average export price of long pile knit fabric per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.85 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $5.69 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of long pile knit fabric from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.1 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2021 at $7.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import long pile knit fabric?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Turkey and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for long pile knit fabric?
The HS code for long pile knit fabric is subheading 6001.10. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6001 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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