Natural rope and cordage exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported natural rope and cordage worth $6.1 million (313 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 23% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $7.9 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 | $6.1M | 313 t |
| 2023 | $7.9M | 351 t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 196 t |
| 2021 | $5.1M | 280 t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 207 t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 257 t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 323 t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 507 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports natural rope and cordage to
The largest buyer markets were Dominican Republic (16%), India (13%), United States (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+171% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Dominican Republic | $1.0M | 16% |
| India | $787K | 13% |
| United States | $349K | 5.7% |
| China | $269K | 4.4% |
| Thailand | $248K | 4% |
| Belgium | $246K | 4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $219K | 3.6% |
| Turkey | $218K | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $207K | 3.4% |
| France | $192K | 3.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.60 per kg, 473% above the world average of $3.42. 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.
Natural rope and cordage imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $5.6 million of natural rope and cordage in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from China (46%), India (8%), United States (7%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.6M | 46% |
| India | $424K | 7.6% |
| United States | $380K | 6.8% |
| Philippines | $270K | 4.8% |
| France | $229K | 4.1% |
| Spain | $203K | 3.6% |
| Norway | $156K | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $150K | 2.7% |
| Poland | $138K | 2.5% |
| Malaysia | $137K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom natural rope and cordage exports (HS 5607.90): 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 5607.90: Twine, cordage, ropes, cables: of materials n.e.c. in heading no. 5607, whether or not plaited, braided or impregnated, coated, covered, or sheathed with rubber or plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of natural rope and cordage exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported natural rope and cordage worth $6.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 313 tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 160 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries buy natural rope and cordage from the United Kingdom?
The Dominican Republic was the largest buyer with 16% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by India (13%) and the United States (6%). The top three together account for 35%, out of 97 buyer countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 171% on the year.
What is the average export price of natural rope and cordage per kg?
The average declared export value was about $19.60 per kg in 2024, 473% above the world average of $3.42 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of natural rope and cordage from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $6.1 million in 2024, an increase of 2%. The peak was 2023 at $7.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import natural rope and cordage?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $5.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and the United States. That compares with exports of $6.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for natural rope and cordage?
The HS code for natural rope and cordage is subheading 5607.90. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5607 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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