Plaited synthetic fiber products imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plaited synthetic fiber products by the United Kingdom reached $7.4 million in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 203 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 60% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average.
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 | $7.4M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $4.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $7.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 500 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 690 t |
| 2018 | $2.4M | 485 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 426 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports plaited synthetic fiber products from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+191% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $5.0M | 67% |
| Senegal | $1.1M | 15% |
| China | $714K | 9.6% |
| Indonesia | $232K | 3.1% |
| Poland | $102K | 1.4% |
| France | $70K | 0.9% |
| South Africa | $69K | 0.9% |
| Vietnam | $21K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $15K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $9K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.14 per kg, 133% above the world average of $3.07. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom plaited synthetic fiber products imports (HS 4601.99): 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 4601.99: Plaiting materials, plaits and similar products of plaiting materials: products of non-vegetable materials.
Common questions
What is the value of plaited synthetic fiber products imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported plaited synthetic fiber products worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 203 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 60% on 2023.
Which countries supply plaited synthetic fiber products to the United Kingdom?
India was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by Senegal (15%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 420% on the year.
What is the average import price of plaited synthetic fiber products per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.14 per kg in 2024, 133% above the world average of $3.07 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plaited synthetic fiber products to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, an increase of 308%. The peak was 2021 at $7.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for plaited synthetic fiber products?
The HS code for plaited synthetic fiber products is subheading 4601.99. It sits in HS chapter 46 (manufactures of straw, esparto or other plaiting materials; basketware and wickerwork). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4601 page.
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