Ski boots imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ski boots by the United Kingdom reached $12.2 million in 2024 (155 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 20% 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 | $12.2M | 155 t |
| 2023 | $15.1M | 271 t |
| 2022 | $10.4M | 226 t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 138 t |
| 2020 | $4.9M | 135 t |
| 2019 | $9.3M | 286 t |
| 2018 | $9.4M | 295 t |
| 2017 | $9.1M | 300 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports ski boots from
The largest suppliers were Romania (25%), Italy (16%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+177% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Romania | $3.0M | 25% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 16% |
| China | $1.4M | 11% |
| Hungary | $1.4M | 11% |
| Austria | $1.3M | 11% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 9.5% |
| Vietnam | $684K | 5.6% |
| Czech Republic | $429K | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $374K | 3.1% |
| France | $226K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $78.35 per kg, 136% above the world average of $33.26. 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.
Ski boots exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of ski boots by the United Kingdom reached $477 thousand in 2024 (8 tonnes). Most of it went to Austria (25%), Germany (10%), Netherlands (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+331% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $119K | 25% |
| Germany | $48K | 10% |
| Netherlands | $46K | 9.7% |
| South Korea | $41K | 8.5% |
| Macao | $32K | 6.7% |
| United States | $29K | 6% |
| France | $25K | 5.2% |
| Ireland | $24K | 4.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $20K | 4.2% |
| Italy | $9K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom ski boots imports (HS 6402.12): 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 6402.12: Sports footwear: with outer soles and uppers of rubber or plastics, ski-boots, cross-country ski footwear and snowboard boots.
Common questions
What is the value of ski boots imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported ski boots worth $12.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 155 tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 163 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply ski boots to the United Kingdom?
Romania was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($3.0 million), followed by Italy (16%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 177% on the year.
What is the average import price of ski boots per kg?
The average declared import value was about $78.35 per kg in 2024, 136% above the world average of $33.26 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ski boots to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.1 million in 2017 to $12.2 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. The peak was 2023 at $15.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export ski boots?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $477 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Austria, Germany and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $11.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for ski boots?
The HS code for ski boots is subheading 6402.12. It sits in HS chapter 64 (footwear; gaiters and the like; parts of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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