Polyester and viscose rayon blend imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported polyester and viscose rayon blend worth $4.4 million (481 tonnes). That is 6% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $18.1 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 | $4.4M | 481 t |
| 2023 | $4.7M | 595 t |
| 2022 | $6.3M | 711 t |
| 2021 | $5.5M | 595 t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 547 t |
| 2019 | $9.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $18.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $15.4M | 2.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports polyester and viscose rayon blend from
Most of the value came from China (32%), Turkey (23%), India (21%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+307% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 32% |
| Turkey | $1.0M | 23% |
| India | $925K | 21% |
| Italy | $478K | 11% |
| France | $123K | 2.8% |
| Morocco | $110K | 2.5% |
| Indonesia | $107K | 2.4% |
| Pakistan | $66K | 1.5% |
| Thailand | $52K | 1.2% |
| Portugal | $31K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.19 per kg, close to the world average of $7.85.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Polyester and viscose rayon blend exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of polyester and viscose rayon blend by the United Kingdom reached $3.8 million in 2024 (206 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Tunisia (22%), Morocco (20%), Ireland (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Tunisia grew fastest (+690% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tunisia | $816K | 22% |
| Morocco | $771K | 21% |
| Ireland | $411K | 11% |
| Sri Lanka | $235K | 6.3% |
| Romania | $180K | 4.8% |
| France | $149K | 4% |
| Bangladesh | $139K | 3.7% |
| Ukraine | $137K | 3.6% |
| Poland | $101K | 2.7% |
| Lithuania | $100K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom polyester and viscose rayon blend imports (HS 5515.11): 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 5515.11: Fabrics, woven: of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with viscose rayon staple fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester and viscose rayon blend imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported polyester and viscose rayon blend worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 481 tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 186 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester and viscose rayon blend to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Turkey (23%) and India (21%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 307% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester and viscose rayon blend per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.19 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $7.85 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polyester and viscose rayon blend to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.4 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, a fall of 71%. The peak was 2018 at $18.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export polyester and viscose rayon blend?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tunisia, Morocco and Ireland. That compares with imports of $4.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for polyester and viscose rayon blend?
The HS code for polyester and viscose rayon blend is subheading 5515.11. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5515 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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