Rubber and plastic headgear imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported rubber and plastic headgear worth $7.1 million (718 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 209 countries. Value fell 24% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $10.9 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 | $7.1M | 718 t |
| 2023 | $9.4M | 645 t |
| 2022 | $9.7M | 761 t |
| 2021 | $10.9M | 637 t |
| 2020 | $8.2M | 480 t |
| 2019 | $8.7M | 576 t |
| 2018 | $7.7M | 614 t |
| 2017 | $7.8M | 577 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports rubber and plastic headgear from
China alone supplied 62% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.4M | 62% |
| United States | $1.1M | 16% |
| Malaysia | $437K | 6.1% |
| Singapore | $128K | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $110K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $107K | 1.5% |
| France | $90K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $84K | 1.2% |
| Cambodia | $79K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $76K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.95 per kg, close to the world average of $10.12.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rubber and plastic headgear exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $6.5 million of rubber and plastic headgear in 2024 (167 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 133 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were United States (44%), Germany (24%), Japan (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+847% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.8M | 44% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 24% |
| Japan | $322K | 5% |
| France | $258K | 4% |
| Netherlands | $178K | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $166K | 2.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $143K | 2.2% |
| Ireland | $134K | 2.1% |
| Brunei | $127K | 2% |
| China | $77K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom rubber and plastic headgear imports (HS 6506.91): 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 6506.91: Headgear: (other than safety headgear), of rubber or plastics, whether or not lined or trimmed.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber and plastic headgear imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported rubber and plastic headgear worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 718 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 209 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber and plastic headgear to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by the United States (16%) and Malaysia (6%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 88% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber and plastic headgear per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.95 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $10.12 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rubber and plastic headgear to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.8 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2021 at $10.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export rubber and plastic headgear?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $6.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and Japan. That compares with imports of $7.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for rubber and plastic headgear?
The HS code for rubber and plastic headgear is subheading 6506.91. It sits in HS chapter 65 (headgear and parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6506 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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