Small goods (plastic or textile) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported small goods (plastic or textile) worth $96.1 million (4.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $150.8 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 | $96.1M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $94.5M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $103.3M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $150.8M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $99.8M | 4.6K t |
| 2019 | $130.8M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $134.9M | 5.7K t |
| 2017 | $125.4M | 6.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports small goods (plastic or textile) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 56% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $53.7M | 56% |
| France | $20.8M | 22% |
| Italy | $7.0M | 7.3% |
| India | $2.5M | 2.6% |
| Vietnam | $2.5M | 2.6% |
| Cambodia | $1.1M | 1.1% |
| Spain | $1.0M | 1.1% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 1.1% |
| Thailand | $952K | 1% |
| Hong Kong | $738K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $22.39 per kg, 27% above the world average of $17.63. 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.
Small goods (plastic or textile) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported small goods (plastic or textile) worth $13.1 million (394 tonnes). Most of it went to Hungary (14%), Netherlands (14%), France (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+124% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hungary | $1.8M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 14% |
| France | $1.6M | 12% |
| Hong Kong | $1.2M | 8.8% |
| Poland | $944K | 7.2% |
| United States | $920K | 7% |
| Ireland | $752K | 5.8% |
| Germany | $610K | 4.7% |
| Czech Republic | $459K | 3.5% |
| Macao | $348K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom small goods (plastic or textile) imports (HS 4202.32): 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 4202.32: Cases and containers: of a kind normally carried in the pocket or in the handbag, with outer surface of sheeting of plastics or of textile materials.
Common questions
What is the value of small goods (plastic or textile) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported small goods (plastic or textile) worth $96.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 215 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply small goods (plastic or textile) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($53.7 million), followed by France (22%) and Italy (7%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 72 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 149% on the year.
What is the average import price of small goods (plastic or textile) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $22.39 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $17.63 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of small goods (plastic or textile) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $125.4 million in 2017 to $96.1 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2021 at $150.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $117.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export small goods (plastic or textile)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $13.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hungary, the Netherlands and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $83.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for small goods (plastic or textile)?
The HS code for small goods (plastic or textile) is subheading 4202.32. It sits in HS chapter 42 (articles of leather; saddlery and harness; travel goods, handbags and similar containers; articles of animal gut (other than silk-worm gut)). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4202 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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