Polyester tire cord fabric imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $2.7 million of polyester tire cord fabric in 2024 (500 tonnes). Value fell 47% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $8.1 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 | $2.7M | 500 t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 602 t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 354 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 439 t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 392 t |
| 2019 | $5.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $6.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $8.1M | 2.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports polyester tire cord fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 62% |
| Pakistan | $261K | 9.8% |
| Italy | $230K | 8.7% |
| Thailand | $86K | 3.2% |
| Turkey | $79K | 3% |
| Vietnam | $77K | 2.9% |
| Belgium | $74K | 2.8% |
| Hong Kong | $44K | 1.7% |
| Macao | $42K | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $25K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.32 per kg, 79% above the world average of $2.97. 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 tire cord fabric exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of polyester tire cord fabric by the United Kingdom reached $811 thousand in 2024 (48 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (41%), Norway (20%), Hong Kong (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $333K | 41% |
| Norway | $159K | 20% |
| Hong Kong | $71K | 8.7% |
| Brazil | $66K | 8.2% |
| Spain | $38K | 4.7% |
| France | $18K | 2.2% |
| Australia | $14K | 1.7% |
| United States | $11K | 1.4% |
| Denmark | $11K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $10K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom polyester tire cord fabric imports (HS 5902.20): 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 5902.20: Textile fabrics: tyrecord of high tenacity yarn of polyester.
Common questions
What is the value of polyester tire cord fabric imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported polyester tire cord fabric worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 500 tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 132 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply polyester tire cord fabric to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Pakistan (10%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Pakistan grew fastest among the top ten, up 93% on the year.
What is the average import price of polyester tire cord fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.32 per kg in 2024, 79% above the world average of $2.97 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of polyester tire cord fabric to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.1 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, a fall of 67%. The peak was 2017 at $8.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export polyester tire cord fabric?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $811 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Norway and Hong Kong. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for polyester tire cord fabric?
The HS code for polyester tire cord fabric is subheading 5902.20. It sits in HS chapter 59 (textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated; textile articles of a kind suitable for industrial use). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5902 page.
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