Nylon filament tow imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $3.4 million of nylon filament tow in 2024 (872 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 123 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $4.5 million.
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 | $3.4M | 872 t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 794 t |
| 2022 | $3.9M | 837 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 946 t |
| 2020 | $2.8M | 754 t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 823 t |
| 2018 | $4.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 1.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports nylon filament tow from
The largest suppliers were France (43%), United States (42%), Germany (4%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+160% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.5M | 43% |
| United States | $1.4M | 42% |
| Germany | $152K | 4.5% |
| China | $149K | 4.4% |
| Canada | $121K | 3.6% |
| Spain | $53K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $21K | 0.6% |
| Denmark | $6K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $5K | 0.2% |
| Taiwan | $5K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.92 per kg, 55% below the world average of $8.62, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom nylon filament tow imports (HS 5501.10): 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 5501.10: Fibres: synthetic filament tow, of nylon or other polyamides.
Common questions
What is the value of nylon filament tow imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported nylon filament tow worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 872 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 123 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply nylon filament tow to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by the United States (42%) and Germany (4%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 160% on the year.
What is the average import price of nylon filament tow per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.92 per kg in 2024, 55% below the world average of $8.62 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of nylon filament tow to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of 3%. The peak was 2018 at $4.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for nylon filament tow?
The HS code for nylon filament tow is subheading 5501.10. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5501 page.
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