Multi-colour heavy woven cotton fabric (other weaves) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of multi-colour heavy woven cotton fabric (other weaves) by the United Kingdom reached $2.7 million in 2024 (76 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 146 countries for imports of this product. That is 22% more 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 | $2.7M | 76 t |
| 2023 | $2.2M | 82 t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 144 t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 94 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 109 t |
| 2019 | $1.8M | 94 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 104 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 151 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports multi-colour heavy woven cotton fabric (other weaves) from
Most of the value came from Italy (46%), Belgium (17%), Turkey (17%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.2M | 46% |
| Belgium | $444K | 17% |
| Turkey | $439K | 17% |
| India | $171K | 6.4% |
| France | $164K | 6.2% |
| Spain | $68K | 2.5% |
| Lithuania | $37K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $22K | 0.8% |
| China | $21K | 0.8% |
| United States | $17K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.99 per kg, 418% above the world average of $6.76. 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-colour heavy woven cotton fabric (other weaves) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported multi-colour heavy woven cotton fabric (other weaves) worth $2.0 million (113 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Italy accounted for 63% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.3M | 64% |
| United States | $327K | 16% |
| France | $65K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $54K | 2.7% |
| Sri Lanka | $42K | 2.1% |
| Ireland | $26K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $25K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $17K | 0.9% |
| Thailand | $16K | 0.8% |
| China | $14K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom multi-colour heavy woven cotton fabric (other weaves) imports (HS 5209.49): 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 5209.49: Fabrics, woven: containing 85% or more by weight of cotton, of yarns of different colours, of weaves n.e.c. in item no. 5209.4, weighing more than 200g/m2.
Common questions
What is the value of multi-colour heavy woven cotton fabric (other weaves) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported multi-colour heavy woven cotton fabric (other weaves) worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 76 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 146 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply multi-colour heavy woven cotton fabric (other weaves) to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Belgium (17%) and Turkey (17%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 222% on the year.
What is the average import price of multi-colour heavy woven cotton fabric (other weaves) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $34.99 per kg in 2024, 418% above the world average of $6.76 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of multi-colour heavy woven cotton fabric (other weaves) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export multi-colour heavy woven cotton fabric (other weaves)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, the United States and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $667 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for multi-colour heavy woven cotton fabric (other weaves)?
The HS code for multi-colour heavy woven cotton fabric (other weaves) is subheading 5209.49. It sits in HS chapter 52 (cotton). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5209 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for the United Kingdom reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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