Manicure sets imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $17.5 million of manicure sets in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 210 countries for imports of this product. That is 5% less than in 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 | $17.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $18.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $19.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $15.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $17.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $15.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $15.2M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $16.2M | 1.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports manicure sets from
China alone supplied 75% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.1M | 75% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 6.7% |
| Pakistan | $903K | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $366K | 2.1% |
| India | $333K | 1.9% |
| Poland | $330K | 1.9% |
| United States | $314K | 1.8% |
| Taiwan | $208K | 1.2% |
| Switzerland | $139K | 0.8% |
| Vietnam | $107K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.43 per kg, close to the world average of $10.00.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Manicure sets exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of manicure sets by the United Kingdom reached $2.5 million in 2024 (72 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (20%), Canada (15%), Ireland (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $493K | 20% |
| Canada | $369K | 15% |
| Ireland | $271K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $191K | 7.7% |
| Poland | $153K | 6.2% |
| Australia | $147K | 6% |
| France | $139K | 5.7% |
| United States | $112K | 4.5% |
| Greece | $72K | 2.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $70K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom manicure sets imports (HS 8214.20): 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 8214.20: Manicure or pedicure sets and instruments: (including nail files).
Common questions
What is the value of manicure sets imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported manicure sets worth $17.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 210 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply manicure sets to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($13.1 million), followed by Germany (7%) and Pakistan (5%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 86% on the year.
What is the average import price of manicure sets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.43 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $10.00 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of manicure sets to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.2 million in 2017 to $17.5 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2022 at $19.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export manicure sets?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Canada and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $15.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for manicure sets?
The HS code for manicure sets is subheading 8214.20. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8214 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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