Synthetic baby garments imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic baby garments by the United Kingdom reached $28.3 million in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 200 countries. Value fell 12% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $58.2 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 | $28.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $32.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $44.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $38.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $58.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $47.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $41.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $39.8M | 1.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports synthetic baby garments from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Bangladesh grew fastest (+67% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.2M | 54% |
| Ireland | $3.0M | 11% |
| Bangladesh | $2.0M | 7.2% |
| India | $1.8M | 6.2% |
| Vietnam | $1.4M | 4.8% |
| Italy | $801K | 2.8% |
| Myanmar | $509K | 1.8% |
| Portugal | $443K | 1.6% |
| France | $372K | 1.3% |
| Cambodia | $332K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.75 per kg, close to the world average of $23.47.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic baby garments exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported synthetic baby garments worth $7.7 million (96 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Kuwait (26%), Thailand (16%), South Korea (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $2.0M | 26% |
| Thailand | $1.2M | 16% |
| South Korea | $768K | 9.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $683K | 8.8% |
| Vietnam | $520K | 6.7% |
| China | $387K | 5% |
| Netherlands | $279K | 3.6% |
| Italy | $206K | 2.7% |
| Ireland | $199K | 2.6% |
| Serbia | $159K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom synthetic baby garments imports (HS 6209.30): 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 6209.30: Garments and clothing accessories: babies', of synthetic fibres (not knitted or crocheted).
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic baby garments imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported synthetic baby garments worth $28.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 200 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic baby garments to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($15.2 million), followed by Ireland (10%) and Bangladesh (7%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 59 supplier countries in total. Cambodia grew fastest among the top ten, up 102% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic baby garments per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.75 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $23.47 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic baby garments to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.8 million in 2017 to $28.3 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2020 at $58.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $41.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export synthetic baby garments?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $7.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Thailand and South Korea. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $20.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic baby garments?
The HS code for synthetic baby garments is subheading 6209.30. 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 6209 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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