Rubber boat fenders exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported rubber boat fenders worth $8.3 million (609 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 86 countries for exports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8.3M | 609 t |
| 2023 | $8.2M | 623 t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 652 t |
| 2021 | $4.1M | 395 t |
| 2020 | $6.3M | 766 t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 534 t |
| 2018 | $6.5M | 864 t |
| 2017 | $5.3M | 539 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports rubber boat fenders to
The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (18%), Singapore (14%), France (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Norway grew fastest (+387% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.5M | 18% |
| Singapore | $1.2M | 14% |
| France | $614K | 7.4% |
| United States | $590K | 7.1% |
| Turkey | $433K | 5.2% |
| Spain | $392K | 4.7% |
| Norway | $350K | 4.2% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $305K | 3.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $284K | 3.4% |
| Germany | $248K | 3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.68 per kg, 245% above the world average of $3.97. 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.
Rubber boat fenders imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of rubber boat fenders by the United Kingdom reached $6.3 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 191 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were China (32%), Japan (21%), Slovakia (11%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.0M | 32% |
| Japan | $1.3M | 21% |
| Slovakia | $693K | 11% |
| Czech Republic | $528K | 8.3% |
| Singapore | $428K | 6.7% |
| Indonesia | $408K | 6.4% |
| Netherlands | $407K | 6.4% |
| France | $115K | 1.8% |
| Belgium | $87K | 1.4% |
| United States | $84K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom rubber boat fenders exports (HS 4016.94): 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 4016.94: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), boat or dock fenders, whether or not inflatable, of non-cellular rubber.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber boat fenders exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported rubber boat fenders worth $8.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 609 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 86 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy rubber boat fenders from the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 18% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Singapore (14%) and France (7%). The top three together account for 39%, out of 76 buyer countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 387% on the year.
What is the average export price of rubber boat fenders per kg?
The average declared export value was about $13.68 per kg in 2024, 245% above the world average of $3.97 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of rubber boat fenders from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.3 million in 2017 to $8.3 million in 2024, an increase of 58%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import rubber boat fenders?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $6.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Japan and Slovakia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for rubber boat fenders?
The HS code for rubber boat fenders is subheading 4016.94. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4016 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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