Plied nylon staple yarn imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported plied nylon staple yarn worth $14.3 million (460 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 114 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 13% from 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 | $14.3M | 461 t |
| 2023 | $16.5M | 600 t |
| 2022 | $13.4M | 579 t |
| 2021 | $11.9M | 608 t |
| 2020 | $11.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $13.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $14.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $14.3M | 713 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports plied nylon staple yarn from
Most of the value came from Germany (49%), Italy (16%), China (8%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+93% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $7.1M | 49% |
| Italy | $2.3M | 16% |
| China | $1.1M | 7.9% |
| South Korea | $897K | 6.3% |
| Spain | $685K | 4.8% |
| Turkey | $593K | 4.1% |
| United States | $518K | 3.6% |
| Japan | $440K | 3.1% |
| Slovenia | $376K | 2.6% |
| Czech Republic | $270K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.08 per kg, 80% above the world average of $17.31. 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.
Plied nylon staple yarn exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported plied nylon staple yarn worth $1.5 million (146 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Ireland alone took 74% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $1.1M | 74% |
| Pakistan | $218K | 14% |
| United States | $142K | 9.3% |
| Germany | $12K | 0.8% |
| France | $12K | 0.8% |
| Canada | $5K | 0.3% |
| Norway | $1K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.1% |
| Sweden | $1K | 0% |
| Denmark | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom plied nylon staple yarn imports (HS 5509.12): 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 5509.12: Yarn: (not sewing thread), multiple (folded) or cabled yarn, of synthetic staple fibres, containing 85% or more by weight of nylon or other polyamides, not put up for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of plied nylon staple yarn imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported plied nylon staple yarn worth $14.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 460 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 114 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply plied nylon staple yarn to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Italy (16%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 93% on the year.
What is the average import price of plied nylon staple yarn per kg?
The average declared import value was about $31.08 per kg in 2024, 80% above the world average of $17.31 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plied nylon staple yarn to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.3 million in 2017 to $14.3 million in 2024, an increase of 0%. The peak was 2023 at $16.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export plied nylon staple yarn?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Pakistan and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $12.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for plied nylon staple yarn?
The HS code for plied nylon staple yarn is subheading 5509.12. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5509 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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