Powder puff imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported powder puff worth $18.1 million (799 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 207 countries. Value rose 8% on 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 | $18.1M | 799 t |
| 2023 | $16.7M | 929 t |
| 2022 | $18.8M | 942 t |
| 2021 | $20.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $12.7M | 731 t |
| 2019 | $15.9M | 812 t |
| 2018 | $17.4M | 962 t |
| 2017 | $17.4M | 954 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports powder puff from
China alone supplied 79% of it. Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+300% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.2M | 79% |
| United States | $962K | 5.3% |
| Poland | $879K | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $685K | 3.8% |
| Hong Kong | $476K | 2.6% |
| France | $184K | 1% |
| Spain | $114K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $103K | 0.6% |
| Malaysia | $75K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $47K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.61 per kg, 33% above the world average of $16.97. 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.
Powder puff exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of powder puff by the United Kingdom reached $5.9 million in 2024 (138 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 119 countries. Most of it went to United States (27%), Ireland (12%), United Arab Emirates (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+116% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.6M | 28% |
| Ireland | $729K | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $572K | 9.6% |
| Germany | $464K | 7.8% |
| Netherlands | $323K | 5.4% |
| Italy | $314K | 5.3% |
| France | $284K | 4.8% |
| Poland | $282K | 4.8% |
| Spain | $227K | 3.8% |
| Qatar | $174K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom powder puff imports (HS 9616.20): 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 9616.20: Powder puffs and pads: for the application of cosmetics or toilet preparations.
Common questions
What is the value of powder puff imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported powder puff worth $18.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 799 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 207 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply powder puff to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($14.2 million), followed by the United States (5%) and Poland (5%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 300% on the year.
What is the average import price of powder puff per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.61 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $16.97 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of powder puff to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.4 million in 2017 to $18.1 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2021 at $20.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export powder puff?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $5.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Ireland and the United Arab Emirates. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $12.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for powder puff?
The HS code for powder puff is subheading 9616.20. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9616 page.
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