Multi-color textured polyester fabric imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $14.9 million of multi-color textured polyester fabric in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 3% from 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 | $14.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $15.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $12.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $15.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $12.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $16.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $15.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $17.7M | 1.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports multi-color textured polyester fabric from
Most of the value came from Turkey (49%), China (17%), South Korea (6%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $7.3M | 49% |
| China | $2.6M | 17% |
| South Korea | $878K | 5.9% |
| India | $842K | 5.6% |
| Italy | $801K | 5.4% |
| Netherlands | $721K | 4.8% |
| Belgium | $535K | 3.6% |
| Spain | $396K | 2.7% |
| Lithuania | $183K | 1.2% |
| Denmark | $119K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.57 per kg, 37% above the world average of $7.01. 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.
Multi-color textured polyester fabric exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of multi-color textured polyester fabric by the United Kingdom reached $5.7 million in 2024 (280 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Poland (29%), Romania (28%), Germany (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest (+166% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $1.7M | 29% |
| Romania | $1.6M | 28% |
| Germany | $382K | 6.7% |
| Netherlands | $283K | 5% |
| France | $273K | 4.8% |
| Morocco | $213K | 3.7% |
| Canada | $164K | 2.9% |
| United States | $160K | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $140K | 2.5% |
| Hungary | $102K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom multi-color textured polyester fabric imports (HS 5407.53): 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 5407.53: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of textured polyester filaments, of yarns of different colours.
Common questions
What is the value of multi-color textured polyester fabric imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported multi-color textured polyester fabric worth $14.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 180 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply multi-color textured polyester fabric to the United Kingdom?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by China (17%) and South Korea (6%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 142% on the year.
What is the average import price of multi-color textured polyester fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.57 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $7.01 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of multi-color textured polyester fabric to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.7 million in 2017 to $14.9 million in 2024, a fall of 15%. The peak was 2017 at $17.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export multi-color textured polyester fabric?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $5.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Poland, Romania and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $9.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for multi-color textured polyester fabric?
The HS code for multi-color textured polyester fabric is subheading 5407.53. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5407 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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