Paper bobbins and textile spools imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of paper bobbins and textile spools by the United Kingdom reached $2.7 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 145 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 18% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $5.4 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 | $2.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $5.4M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $3.4M | 2.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports paper bobbins and textile spools from
China alone supplied 62% of it. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+162% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.7M | 62% |
| Ireland | $468K | 17% |
| India | $190K | 7.1% |
| Germany | $186K | 6.9% |
| Belgium | $109K | 4% |
| Spain | $23K | 0.9% |
| United States | $17K | 0.6% |
| Vietnam | $14K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $10K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $7K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.09 per kg, 48% above the world average of $1.41. 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.
Paper bobbins and textile spools exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $354 thousand of paper bobbins and textile spools in 2024 (191 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Czech Republic (20%), Lithuania (19%), Italy (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+257% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $71K | 20% |
| Lithuania | $66K | 19% |
| Italy | $64K | 18% |
| Ireland | $42K | 12% |
| Thailand | $19K | 5.4% |
| Turkey | $19K | 5.2% |
| United States | $14K | 4% |
| Netherlands | $12K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $12K | 3.5% |
| Canada | $10K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom paper bobbins and textile spools imports (HS 4822.10): 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 4822.10: Paper pulp, paper or paperboard: bobbins, spools, cops and similar supports, of a kind used for winding textile yarn (whether or not perforated or hardened).
Common questions
What is the value of paper bobbins and textile spools imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported paper bobbins and textile spools worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 145 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply paper bobbins and textile spools to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by Ireland (17%) and India (7%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 534% on the year.
What is the average import price of paper bobbins and textile spools per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.09 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $1.41 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of paper bobbins and textile spools to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.4 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, a fall of 21%. The peak was 2021 at $5.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export paper bobbins and textile spools?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $354 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Czech Republic, Lithuania and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for paper bobbins and textile spools?
The HS code for paper bobbins and textile spools is subheading 4822.10. It sits in HS chapter 48 (paper and paperboard; articles of paper pulp, of paper or paperboard). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4822 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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