Printed synthetic knit fabric imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of printed synthetic knit fabric by the United Kingdom reached $2.0 million in 2024 (186 tonnes). That is 10% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $6.0 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 | $2.0M | 186 t |
| 2023 | $2.3M | 179 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 181 t |
| 2021 | $2.4M | 340 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 207 t |
| 2019 | $4.6M | 369 t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 360 t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 494 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports printed synthetic knit fabric from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 63% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.3M | 63% |
| Turkey | $214K | 11% |
| South Korea | $169K | 8.3% |
| Austria | $133K | 6.6% |
| India | $47K | 2.3% |
| Poland | $34K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $24K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $24K | 1.2% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $22K | 1.1% |
| Vietnam | $18K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.98 per kg, 154% above the world average of $4.32. 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.
Printed synthetic knit fabric exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported printed synthetic knit fabric worth $1.4 million (83 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Morocco (42%), Hong Kong (26%), Romania (20%). Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+375% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $591K | 42% |
| Hong Kong | $372K | 26% |
| Romania | $280K | 20% |
| France | $52K | 3.7% |
| Austria | $35K | 2.5% |
| Tunisia | $21K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $9K | 0.6% |
| Canada | $8K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $8K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $6K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom printed synthetic knit fabric imports (HS 6006.34): 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 6006.34: Fabrics: knitted or crocheted fabrics, other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, printed.
Common questions
What is the value of printed synthetic knit fabric imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported printed synthetic knit fabric worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 186 tonnes. That ranks it 57th of 176 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply printed synthetic knit fabric to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Turkey (11%) and South Korea (8%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Bosnia Herzegovina grew fastest among the top ten, up 585% on the year.
What is the average import price of printed synthetic knit fabric per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.98 per kg in 2024, 154% above the world average of $4.32 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of printed synthetic knit fabric to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, a fall of 66%. The peak was 2017 at $6.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export printed synthetic knit fabric?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, Hong Kong and Romania. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $628 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for printed synthetic knit fabric?
The HS code for printed synthetic knit fabric is subheading 6006.34. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
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