Surfboard imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $53.1 million of surfboard in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 213 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 16% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $120.5 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 | $53.1M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $63.2M | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $118.7M | 8.8K t |
| 2021 | $120.5M | 10.4K t |
| 2020 | $60.6M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $55.4M | 5.0K t |
| 2018 | $52.7M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $45.0M | 3.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports surfboard from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 61% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $32.2M | 61% |
| Italy | $3.0M | 5.6% |
| United States | $2.7M | 5% |
| Thailand | $1.8M | 3.5% |
| France | $1.6M | 3.1% |
| Taiwan | $1.3M | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $1.2M | 2.2% |
| Australia | $1.2M | 2.2% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 2% |
| Poland | $941K | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.44 per kg, 30% below the world average of $17.84, 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.
Surfboard exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported surfboard worth $12.7 million (340 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were France (14%), Netherlands (13%), Germany (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+132% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.8M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $1.6M | 13% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 9.8% |
| United States | $872K | 6.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $778K | 6.1% |
| Ireland | $616K | 4.9% |
| Spain | $422K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $390K | 3.1% |
| Sweden | $370K | 2.9% |
| Poland | $320K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom surfboard imports (HS 9506.29): 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 9506.29: Water sport equipment: water-skis, surf-boards and other water-sport equipment, excluding sailboards.
Common questions
What is the value of surfboard imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported surfboard worth $53.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 213 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply surfboard to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($32.2 million), followed by Italy (6%) and the United States (5%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 70 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 204% on the year.
What is the average import price of surfboard per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.44 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $17.84 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of surfboard to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $45.0 million in 2017 to $53.1 million in 2024, an increase of 18%. The peak was 2021 at $120.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $71.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export surfboard?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $12.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the Netherlands and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $40.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for surfboard?
The HS code for surfboard is subheading 9506.29. It sits in HS chapter 95 (toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9506 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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