Luggage (fibre or paperboard) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported luggage (fibre or paperboard) worth $35.8 million (449 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 217 countries. Value rose 110% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $35.8M | 449 t |
| 2023 | $17.0M | 458 t |
| 2022 | $34.2M | 651 t |
| 2021 | $26.6M | 774 t |
| 2020 | $21.6M | 730 t |
| 2019 | $33.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $32.4M | 910 t |
| 2017 | $39.5M | 920 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports luggage (fibre or paperboard) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+799% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $21.6M | 60% |
| Germany | $9.0M | 25% |
| Italy | $976K | 2.7% |
| France | $773K | 2.2% |
| Denmark | $370K | 1% |
| Belgium | $355K | 1% |
| United States | $298K | 0.8% |
| India | $295K | 0.8% |
| Pakistan | $215K | 0.6% |
| Canada | $209K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $79.86 per kg, 323% above the world average of $18.89. 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.
Luggage (fibre or paperboard) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of luggage (fibre or paperboard) by the United Kingdom reached $10.2 million in 2024 (200 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 174 countries. The largest buyer markets were Macao (27%), United States (8%), Netherlands (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Macao | $2.8M | 27% |
| United States | $791K | 7.7% |
| Netherlands | $749K | 7.3% |
| Hong Kong | $595K | 5.8% |
| Germany | $442K | 4.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $394K | 3.9% |
| South Korea | $375K | 3.7% |
| France | $371K | 3.6% |
| Ireland | $362K | 3.5% |
| Italy | $307K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom luggage (fibre or paperboard) imports (HS 4202.19): 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 4202.19: Cases and containers: trunks, suit-cases, vanity-cases, executive-cases, brief-cases, school satchels and similar containers, of vulcanised fibre or of paperboard, or wholly or mainly covered with such materials or with paper.
Common questions
What is the value of luggage (fibre or paperboard) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported luggage (fibre or paperboard) worth $35.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 449 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 217 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 110% on 2023.
Which countries supply luggage (fibre or paperboard) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($21.6 million), followed by Germany (25%) and Italy (3%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 71 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 799% on the year.
What is the average import price of luggage (fibre or paperboard) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $79.86 per kg in 2024, 323% above the world average of $18.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of luggage (fibre or paperboard) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.5 million in 2017 to $35.8 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2017 at $39.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export luggage (fibre or paperboard)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $10.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Macao, the United States and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $25.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for luggage (fibre or paperboard)?
The HS code for luggage (fibre or paperboard) is subheading 4202.19. It sits in HS chapter 42 (articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4202 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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