Silk neckties imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $11.7 million of silk neckties in 2024 (97 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 186 countries for imports of this product. That is 5% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $28.7 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 | $11.7M | 97 t |
| 2023 | $12.3M | 107 t |
| 2022 | $12.1M | 168 t |
| 2021 | $8.1M | 69 t |
| 2020 | $11.3M | 94 t |
| 2019 | $24.4M | 318 t |
| 2018 | $28.4M | 381 t |
| 2017 | $28.7M | 811 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports silk neckties from
The largest suppliers were China (33%), Italy (32%), France (27%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.8M | 33% |
| Italy | $3.7M | 32% |
| France | $3.1M | 27% |
| Germany | $398K | 3.4% |
| Sweden | $137K | 1.2% |
| Vietnam | $98K | 0.8% |
| Switzerland | $73K | 0.6% |
| Ireland | $71K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $60K | 0.5% |
| Denmark | $31K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $120.48 per kg, close to the world average of $132.37.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Silk neckties exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $5.6 million of silk neckties in 2024 (67 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 127 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were United States (33%), France (21%), Sierra Leone (10%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+141% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.8M | 33% |
| France | $1.2M | 21% |
| Sierra Leone | $582K | 10% |
| Japan | $327K | 5.8% |
| Italy | $292K | 5.2% |
| Hong Kong | $207K | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $144K | 2.6% |
| China | $117K | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $109K | 1.9% |
| Ireland | $74K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom silk neckties imports (HS 6215.10): 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 6215.10: Ties, bow ties and cravats: of silk or silk waste (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of silk neckties imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported silk neckties worth $11.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 97 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 186 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply silk neckties to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($3.8 million), followed by Italy (32%) and France (27%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 394% on the year.
What is the average import price of silk neckties per kg?
The average declared import value was about $120.48 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $132.37 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of silk neckties to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.7 million in 2017 to $11.7 million in 2024, a fall of 59%. The peak was 2017 at $28.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export silk neckties?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $5.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, France and Sierra Leone. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for silk neckties?
The HS code for silk neckties is subheading 6215.10. It sits in HS chapter 62 (apparel and clothing accessories; not knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6215 page.
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