Plastic ornaments and statuettes imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic ornaments and statuettes by the United Kingdom reached $141.3 million in 2024 (18.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 221 countries. That is 10% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $317.8 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 | $141.3M | 18.8K t |
| 2023 | $128.5M | 15.9K t |
| 2022 | $162.3M | 19.1K t |
| 2021 | $317.8M | 26.5K t |
| 2020 | $220.6M | 22.3K t |
| 2019 | $224.1M | 21.6K t |
| 2018 | $111.1M | 19.5K t |
| 2017 | $174.5M | 18.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports plastic ornaments and statuettes from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 87% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $123.0M | 87% |
| United States | $2.2M | 1.6% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 1.5% |
| Poland | $2.0M | 1.4% |
| Philippines | $1.8M | 1.3% |
| France | $1.4M | 1% |
| Vietnam | $1.4M | 1% |
| Netherlands | $1.0M | 0.7% |
| Italy | $653K | 0.5% |
| Cambodia | $630K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.53 per kg, close to the world average of $7.36.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic ornaments and statuettes exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported plastic ornaments and statuettes worth $17.0 million (831 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (20%), France (14%), Ireland (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Sweden grew fastest (+375% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.4M | 20% |
| France | $2.4M | 14% |
| Ireland | $1.8M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $1.5M | 8.9% |
| United States | $1.3M | 7.4% |
| Spain | $594K | 3.5% |
| Poland | $523K | 3.1% |
| Belgium | $363K | 2.1% |
| Sweden | $345K | 2% |
| Czech Republic | $322K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom plastic ornaments and statuettes imports (HS 3926.40): 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 3926.40: Plastics: statuettes and other ornamental articles.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic ornaments and statuettes imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported plastic ornaments and statuettes worth $141.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 221 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic ornaments and statuettes to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($123.0 million), followed by the United States (2%) and Germany (1%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 75 supplier countries in total. Cambodia grew fastest among the top ten, up 67% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic ornaments and statuettes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.53 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $7.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic ornaments and statuettes to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $174.5 million in 2017 to $141.3 million in 2024, a fall of 19%. The peak was 2021 at $317.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $185.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export plastic ornaments and statuettes?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $17.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, France and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $124.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic ornaments and statuettes?
The HS code for plastic ornaments and statuettes is subheading 3926.40. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3926 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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