Plastic sanitary fixtures imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $86.2 million of plastic sanitary fixtures in 2024 (10.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 223 countries for imports of this product. That is 12% more 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 | $86.2M | 10.8K t |
| 2023 | $77.0M | 10.0K t |
| 2022 | $82.1M | 10.7K t |
| 2021 | $89.4M | 12.3K t |
| 2020 | $67.3M | 11.1K t |
| 2019 | $74.9M | 10.5K t |
| 2018 | $87.5M | 14.5K t |
| 2017 | $81.2M | 13.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports plastic sanitary fixtures from
Most of the value came from China (38%), Germany (18%), France (8%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $32.9M | 38% |
| Germany | $15.5M | 18% |
| France | $6.6M | 7.6% |
| Netherlands | $6.6M | 7.6% |
| Turkey | $4.1M | 4.7% |
| Vietnam | $2.0M | 2.3% |
| Portugal | $1.9M | 2.2% |
| United States | $1.9M | 2.2% |
| Romania | $1.9M | 2.2% |
| Spain | $1.7M | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.99 per kg, close to the world average of $7.87.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic sanitary fixtures exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of plastic sanitary fixtures by the United Kingdom reached $22.3 million in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Ireland (33%), Saudi Arabia (9%), France (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+166% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $7.4M | 33% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.0M | 8.9% |
| France | $2.0M | 8.8% |
| Germany | $741K | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $693K | 3.1% |
| Australia | $646K | 2.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $602K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $595K | 2.7% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $559K | 2.5% |
| United States | $518K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom plastic sanitary fixtures imports (HS 3922.90): 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 3922.90: Plastics: bidets, lavatory pans, flushing cisterns and similar sanitary ware n.e.c. in heading no. 3922.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic sanitary fixtures imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported plastic sanitary fixtures worth $86.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 223 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic sanitary fixtures to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($32.9 million), followed by Germany (18%) and France (8%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 124% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic sanitary fixtures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.99 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $7.87 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic sanitary fixtures to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $81.2 million in 2017 to $86.2 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2021 at $89.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $80.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export plastic sanitary fixtures?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $22.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Saudi Arabia and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $64.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic sanitary fixtures?
The HS code for plastic sanitary fixtures is subheading 3922.90. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3922 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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