Sails imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $8.5 million of sails in 2024 (294 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 177 countries. That is 9% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $32.4 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 | $8.5M | 295 t |
| 2023 | $9.4M | 186 t |
| 2022 | $10.2M | 250 t |
| 2021 | $10.9M | 187 t |
| 2020 | $26.9M | 272 t |
| 2019 | $32.4M | 301 t |
| 2018 | $21.8M | 224 t |
| 2017 | $18.5M | 184 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports sails from
Most of the value came from Sri Lanka (44%), China (16%), Philippines (11%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | $3.8M | 44% |
| China | $1.4M | 16% |
| Philippines | $954K | 11% |
| New Zealand | $316K | 3.7% |
| Denmark | $267K | 3.1% |
| Italy | $195K | 2.3% |
| Spain | $194K | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $185K | 2.2% |
| Poland | $172K | 2% |
| United States | $164K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.98 per kg, 59% below the world average of $70.47, 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.
Sails exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of sails by the United Kingdom reached $8.3 million in 2024 (46 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 101 countries. The largest buyer markets were Denmark (38%), Netherlands (11%), France (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $3.2M | 38% |
| Netherlands | $899K | 11% |
| France | $727K | 8.7% |
| Spain | $482K | 5.8% |
| Ireland | $457K | 5.5% |
| Antigua and Barbuda | $425K | 5.1% |
| United States | $375K | 4.5% |
| Turkey | $349K | 4.2% |
| Gibraltar | $181K | 2.2% |
| South Africa | $133K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom sails imports (HS 6306.30): 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 6306.30: Sails: for boats, sailboards or landcraft.
Common questions
What is the value of sails imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported sails worth $8.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 294 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 177 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply sails to the United Kingdom?
Sri Lanka was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by China (16%) and the Philippines (11%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 301% on the year.
What is the average import price of sails per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.98 per kg in 2024, 59% below the world average of $70.47 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sails to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.5 million in 2017 to $8.5 million in 2024, a fall of 54%. The peak was 2019 at $32.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export sails?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $8.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Denmark, the Netherlands and France. That compares with imports of $8.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for sails?
The HS code for sails is subheading 6306.30. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6306 page.
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