Sewing and knitting needles imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $4.5 million of sewing and knitting needles in 2024 (454 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 11% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. 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 | $4.5M | 454 t |
| 2023 | $5.1M | 288 t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 259 t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 281 t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 267 t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 305 t |
| 2018 | $5.7M | 349 t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 324 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports sewing and knitting needles from
China alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+721% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.4M | 52% |
| India | $555K | 12% |
| United States | $337K | 7.4% |
| Japan | $223K | 4.9% |
| Poland | $214K | 4.7% |
| France | $184K | 4% |
| Germany | $174K | 3.8% |
| Mexico | $131K | 2.9% |
| Slovakia | $49K | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $48K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.03 per kg, close to the world average of $11.40.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sewing and knitting needles exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported sewing and knitting needles worth $3.5 million (54 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 138 countries. Most of it went to United States (36%), France (14%), Germany (4%). Among the main buyer markets, Philippines grew fastest (+362% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.3M | 36% |
| France | $486K | 14% |
| Germany | $131K | 3.7% |
| Hungary | $126K | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $115K | 3.3% |
| Japan | $96K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $96K | 2.7% |
| Ireland | $89K | 2.5% |
| Philippines | $76K | 2.2% |
| Norway | $64K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom sewing and knitting needles imports (HS 7319.90): 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 7319.90: Sewing and knitting needles, bodkins, crochet hooks, embroidery stilettos and similar articles, for use in the hand, not elsewhere specified or included, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of sewing and knitting needles imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported sewing and knitting needles worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 454 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 207 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply sewing and knitting needles to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by India (12%) and the United States (7%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 721% on the year.
What is the average import price of sewing and knitting needles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.03 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $11.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sewing and knitting needles to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, a fall of 24%. The peak was 2017 at $6.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export sewing and knitting needles?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, France and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for sewing and knitting needles?
The HS code for sewing and knitting needles is subheading 7319.90. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7319 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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