Plastic monofilament (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic monofilament (other) by the United Kingdom reached $125.9 million in 2024 (14.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 215 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 10% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $125.9M | 14.8K t |
| 2023 | $114.4M | 12.6K t |
| 2022 | $120.5M | 14.5K t |
| 2021 | $107.4M | 13.1K t |
| 2020 | $106.7M | 13.8K t |
| 2019 | $108.3M | 14.2K t |
| 2018 | $98.8M | 12.8K t |
| 2017 | $101.6M | 15.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports plastic monofilament (other) from
Most of the value came from Germany (32%), China (20%), United States (11%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $40.3M | 32% |
| China | $24.8M | 20% |
| United States | $13.5M | 11% |
| Italy | $7.6M | 6.1% |
| Belgium | $7.3M | 5.8% |
| Netherlands | $4.8M | 3.8% |
| Spain | $3.6M | 2.9% |
| Israel | $3.1M | 2.5% |
| Finland | $3.0M | 2.4% |
| Japan | $2.9M | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.51 per kg, 30% above the world average of $6.57. 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.
Plastic monofilament (other) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of plastic monofilament (other) by the United Kingdom reached $76.6 million in 2024 (5.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 142 countries. Most of it went to United States (19%), Germany (13%), Slovakia (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+64% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $14.7M | 19% |
| Germany | $10.1M | 13% |
| Slovakia | $8.2M | 11% |
| China | $3.3M | 4.3% |
| Netherlands | $3.0M | 3.9% |
| Ireland | $2.8M | 3.6% |
| France | $2.7M | 3.5% |
| Australia | $2.4M | 3.1% |
| Czech Republic | $2.4M | 3.1% |
| Switzerland | $1.8M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom plastic monofilament (other) imports (HS 3916.90): 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 3916.90: Plastics: monofilament, of plastics n.e.c. in heading no. 3916, cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm, rods, sticks and profile shapes, whether or not surface-worked but not otherwise worked.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic monofilament (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported plastic monofilament (other) worth $125.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 215 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic monofilament (other) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($40.3 million), followed by China (20%) and the United States (11%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 98% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic monofilament (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.51 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $6.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of plastic monofilament (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $101.6 million in 2017 to $125.9 million in 2024, an increase of 24%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $110.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export plastic monofilament (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $76.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and Slovakia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $49.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic monofilament (other)?
The HS code for plastic monofilament (other) is subheading 3916.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3916 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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