Opaque synthetic tights imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $30.4 million of opaque synthetic tights in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 177 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 13% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $38.6 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 | $30.4M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $35.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $34.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $28.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $27.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $37.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $38.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $36.5M | 2.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports opaque synthetic tights from
Most of the value came from Italy (45%), China (25%), Turkey (16%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $13.8M | 46% |
| China | $7.6M | 25% |
| Turkey | $4.7M | 16% |
| Serbia | $1.3M | 4.2% |
| Cambodia | $759K | 2.5% |
| Albania | $534K | 1.8% |
| Slovakia | $502K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $312K | 1% |
| Poland | $221K | 0.7% |
| Bulgaria | $122K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.58 per kg, 33% above the world average of $15.45. 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.
Opaque synthetic tights exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of opaque synthetic tights by the United Kingdom reached $1.4 million in 2024 (28 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Australia (15%), United States (13%), Austria (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Austria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $214K | 15% |
| United States | $178K | 13% |
| Austria | $146K | 11% |
| South Korea | $143K | 10% |
| Italy | $131K | 9.4% |
| Denmark | $98K | 7% |
| Ireland | $88K | 6.3% |
| Germany | $79K | 5.7% |
| Netherlands | $56K | 4% |
| China | $33K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom opaque synthetic tights imports (HS 6115.22): 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 6115.22: Hosiery: panty hose and tights (other than graduated compression hosiery), of synthetic fibres, measuring per single yarn 67 decitex or more, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of opaque synthetic tights imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported opaque synthetic tights worth $30.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 177 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply opaque synthetic tights to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($13.8 million), followed by China (25%) and Turkey (16%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Bulgaria grew fastest among the top ten, up 58% on the year.
What is the average import price of opaque synthetic tights per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.58 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $15.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of opaque synthetic tights to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.5 million in 2017 to $30.4 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2018 at $38.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export opaque synthetic tights?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Australia, the United States and Austria. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $29.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for opaque synthetic tights?
The HS code for opaque synthetic tights is subheading 6115.22. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6115 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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