Polypropylene filament yarn imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of polypropylene filament yarn by the United Kingdom reached $4.8 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. That is 17% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $6.3 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 | $4.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.1M | 971 t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 816 t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 762 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 599 t |
| 2019 | $1.0M | 300 t |
| 2018 | $4.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $6.3M | 1.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports polypropylene filament yarn from
Most of the value came from Lithuania (42%), China (24%), Italy (10%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+197% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Lithuania | $2.0M | 42% |
| China | $1.1M | 24% |
| Italy | $452K | 9.5% |
| Poland | $327K | 6.9% |
| Turkmenistan | $254K | 5.3% |
| Turkey | $167K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $138K | 2.9% |
| United States | $137K | 2.9% |
| Greece | $70K | 1.5% |
| Portugal | $40K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.71 per kg, 63% above the world average of $2.27. 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.
Polypropylene filament yarn exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported polypropylene filament yarn worth $3.2 million (835 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 64 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to India (33%), Egypt (20%), Italy (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+751% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.1M | 33% |
| Egypt | $635K | 20% |
| Italy | $245K | 7.7% |
| Portugal | $240K | 7.6% |
| Poland | $236K | 7.5% |
| Switzerland | $207K | 6.6% |
| Denmark | $192K | 6.1% |
| Lithuania | $97K | 3.1% |
| France | $86K | 2.7% |
| Germany | $66K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom polypropylene filament yarn imports (HS 5402.48): 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 5402.48: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polypropylene (not high tenacity or textured), single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of polypropylene filament yarn imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported polypropylene filament yarn worth $4.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 141 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply polypropylene filament yarn to the United Kingdom?
Lithuania was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by China (24%) and Italy (10%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 197% on the year.
What is the average import price of polypropylene filament yarn per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.71 per kg in 2024, 63% above the world average of $2.27 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of polypropylene filament yarn to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.3 million in 2017 to $4.8 million in 2024, a fall of 24%. The peak was 2017 at $6.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export polypropylene filament yarn?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Egypt and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for polypropylene filament yarn?
The HS code for polypropylene filament yarn is subheading 5402.48. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for the United Kingdom reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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