Polyester and wool blend exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported polyester and wool blend worth $3.5 million (103 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $4.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.5M | 103 t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 96 t |
| 2022 | $4.0M | 127 t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 86 t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 91 t |
| 2019 | $3.1M | 210 t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 114 t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 136 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports polyester and wool blend to
The largest buyer markets were Denmark (46%), South Korea (5%), China (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Denmark grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $1.6M | 46% |
| South Korea | $180K | 5.1% |
| China | $177K | 5.1% |
| Lithuania | $154K | 4.4% |
| Switzerland | $135K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $129K | 3.7% |
| Indonesia | $102K | 2.9% |
| United States | $99K | 2.8% |
| Portugal | $96K | 2.7% |
| Morocco | $78K | 2.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.08 per kg, 67% above the world average of $20.41. 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.
Polyester and wool blend imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of polyester and wool blend by the United Kingdom reached $1.6 million in 2024 (77 tonnes). The largest suppliers were India (29%), Italy (16%), Portugal (14%). Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $445K | 29% |
| Italy | $249K | 16% |
| Portugal | $224K | 14% |
| Czech Republic | $194K | 12% |
| China | $64K | 4.1% |
| Germany | $57K | 3.7% |
| Poland | $52K | 3.4% |
| Indonesia | $52K | 3.3% |
| Turkey | $48K | 3.1% |
| France | $32K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom polyester and wool blend exports (HS 5515.13): 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 5515.13: Fabrics, woven: of polyester staple fibres n.e.c. in chapter 55, mixed mainly or solely with wool or fine animal hair.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester and wool blend exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported polyester and wool blend worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 103 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 84 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy polyester and wool blend from the United Kingdom?
Denmark was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by South Korea (5%) and China (5%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 55 buyer countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 66% on the year.
What is the average export price of polyester and wool blend per kg?
The average declared export value was about $34.08 per kg in 2024, 67% above the world average of $20.41 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of polyester and wool blend from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, a fall of 21%. The peak was 2017 at $4.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import polyester and wool blend?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Italy and Portugal. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester and wool blend?
The HS code for polyester and wool blend is subheading 5515.13. 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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