Plastic rope and cordage imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic rope and cordage by the United Kingdom reached $27.3 million in 2024 (7.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 217 countries. That is 13% less than in 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 | $27.3M | 7.3K t |
| 2023 | $31.3M | 8.2K t |
| 2022 | $33.9M | 8.3K t |
| 2021 | $25.5M | 7.3K t |
| 2020 | $28.0M | 9.3K t |
| 2019 | $25.6M | 8.4K t |
| 2018 | $28.4M | 8.9K t |
| 2017 | $27.5M | 8.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports plastic rope and cordage from
The largest suppliers were Portugal (33%), India (13%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+266% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $8.9M | 33% |
| India | $3.6M | 13% |
| China | $3.1M | 11% |
| Lithuania | $1.4M | 5% |
| Ireland | $1.3M | 4.7% |
| Germany | $998K | 3.7% |
| Spain | $997K | 3.7% |
| United States | $968K | 3.6% |
| Slovakia | $828K | 3% |
| Turkey | $697K | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.74 per kg, close to the world average of $3.18.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic rope and cordage exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of plastic rope and cordage by the United Kingdom reached $22.3 million in 2024 (854 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 139 countries for exports of this product. United States alone took 56% of it. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+100% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $12.5M | 56% |
| China | $2.4M | 11% |
| France | $865K | 3.9% |
| Norway | $701K | 3.2% |
| Ireland | $550K | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $499K | 2.2% |
| Spain | $377K | 1.7% |
| Angola | $308K | 1.4% |
| Australia | $272K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $236K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom plastic rope and cordage imports (HS 5607.49): 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 5607.49: Twine, cordage, ropes, cables: of polyethylene or polypropylene (excluding binder or baler twine), whether or not plaited, braided or rubber or plastic impregnated, coated, covered or sheathed.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic rope and cordage imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported plastic rope and cordage worth $27.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 217 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic rope and cordage to the United Kingdom?
Portugal was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($8.9 million), followed by India (13%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 266% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic rope and cordage per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.74 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $3.18 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 rope and cordage to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $27.5 million in 2017 to $27.3 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2022 at $33.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $28.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export plastic rope and cordage?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $22.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, China and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $5.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic rope and cordage?
The HS code for plastic rope and cordage is subheading 5607.49. It sits in HS chapter 56 (wadding, felt and nonwovens, special yarns; twine, cordage, ropes and cables and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5607 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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