Pile fabric (other materials) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $2.2 million of pile fabric (other materials) in 2024 (123 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 163 countries for imports of this product. That is 12% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $5.8 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 | $2.2M | 123 t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 139 t |
| 2022 | $3.8M | 283 t |
| 2021 | $3.0M | 172 t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 249 t |
| 2019 | $5.8M | 629 t |
| 2018 | $5.5M | 591 t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 665 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports pile fabric (other materials) from
Most of the value came from Italy (30%), China (23%), United States (13%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $655K | 30% |
| China | $498K | 23% |
| United States | $276K | 13% |
| Belgium | $173K | 8% |
| France | $159K | 7.4% |
| Turkey | $127K | 5.9% |
| India | $75K | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $52K | 2.4% |
| Poland | $41K | 1.9% |
| Romania | $24K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.50 per kg, 695% above the world average of $2.20. 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.
Pile fabric (other materials) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of pile fabric (other materials) by the United Kingdom reached $2.0 million in 2024 (89 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 113 countries. The largest buyer markets were Romania (38%), United States (20%), Bulgaria (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Bulgaria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Romania | $761K | 38% |
| United States | $394K | 20% |
| Bulgaria | $103K | 5.1% |
| Israel | $95K | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $89K | 4.4% |
| France | $79K | 3.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $40K | 2% |
| Nigeria | $33K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $30K | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $30K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom pile fabric (other materials) imports (HS 5801.90): 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 5801.90: Fabrics: woven pile and chenille, of textile materials n.e.c. in heading no. 5801, other than fabrics of heading no. 5802 or 5806.
Common questions
What is the value of pile fabric (other materials) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported pile fabric (other materials) worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 123 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 163 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply pile fabric (other materials) to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($655 thousand), followed by China (23%) and the United States (13%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 56% on the year.
What is the average import price of pile fabric (other materials) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.50 per kg in 2024, 695% above the world average of $2.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of pile fabric (other materials) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, a fall of 62%. The peak was 2019 at $5.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export pile fabric (other materials)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Romania, the United States and Bulgaria. That compares with imports of $2.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for pile fabric (other materials)?
The HS code for pile fabric (other materials) is subheading 5801.90. It sits in HS chapter 58 (fabrics; special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings, embroidery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5801 page.
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