Rubber-coated fabric and tape imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported rubber-coated fabric and tape worth $18.3 million (4.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 213 countries. Value fell 17% from 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 | $18.3M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $22.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $19.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $22.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $17.3M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $16.7M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $18.2M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $20.1M | 4.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports rubber-coated fabric and tape from
Most of the value came from China (35%), United States (25%), Germany (9%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.5M | 35% |
| United States | $4.6M | 25% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 9.1% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 6.4% |
| Japan | $807K | 4.4% |
| France | $798K | 4.4% |
| South Korea | $777K | 4.2% |
| Italy | $776K | 4.2% |
| Poland | $241K | 1.3% |
| Indonesia | $215K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.51 per kg, 38% below the world average of $7.29, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rubber-coated fabric and tape exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $18.3 million of rubber-coated fabric and tape in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 142 countries. Most of it went to France (25%), Germany (19%), Italy (11%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+94% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $4.5M | 25% |
| Germany | $3.4M | 19% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 11% |
| Switzerland | $1.1M | 6.1% |
| Netherlands | $1.0M | 5.5% |
| Ireland | $750K | 4.1% |
| United States | $490K | 2.7% |
| Finland | $455K | 2.5% |
| Norway | $451K | 2.5% |
| Singapore | $390K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom rubber-coated fabric and tape imports (HS 5906.10): 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 5906.10: Textile fabrics, rubberised: (excluding those of heading no. 5902), adhesive tape of a width not exceeding 20cm.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber-coated fabric and tape imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported rubber-coated fabric and tape worth $18.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 213 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber-coated fabric and tape to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($6.5 million), followed by the United States (25%) and Germany (9%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 55 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 51% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber-coated fabric and tape per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.51 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $7.29 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rubber-coated fabric and tape to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.1 million in 2017 to $18.3 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2021 at $22.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export rubber-coated fabric and tape?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $18.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Germany and Italy. That compares with imports of $18.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for rubber-coated fabric and tape?
The HS code for rubber-coated fabric and tape is subheading 5906.10. It sits in HS chapter 59 (textile fabrics; impregnated, coated, covered or laminated; textile articles of a kind suitable for industrial use). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5906 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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