Synthetic corduroy imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $3.7 million of synthetic corduroy in 2024 (865 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 147 countries for imports of this product. That is 11% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $10.9 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 | $3.7M | 865 t |
| 2023 | $3.3M | 804 t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 668 t |
| 2021 | $8.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $10.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $8.9M | 807 t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 622 t |
| 2017 | $6.1M | 685 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports synthetic corduroy from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 96% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.5M | 96% |
| Belgium | $50K | 1.4% |
| Poland | $46K | 1.3% |
| France | $19K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $17K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $7K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $5K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $5K | 0.1% |
| North Macedonia | $4K | 0.1% |
| Greece | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.27 per kg, close to the world average of $5.04.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic corduroy exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported synthetic corduroy worth $1.8 million (218 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 69 countries. Most of it went to Romania (41%), Poland (38%), Morocco (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Morocco grew fastest (+334% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Romania | $742K | 41% |
| Poland | $684K | 38% |
| Morocco | $177K | 9.7% |
| North Macedonia | $90K | 5% |
| Belgium | $28K | 1.5% |
| Ireland | $22K | 1.2% |
| France | $10K | 0.6% |
| Grenada | $10K | 0.5% |
| United States | $9K | 0.5% |
| Cayman Isds | $9K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom synthetic corduroy imports (HS 5801.32): 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 5801.32: Fabrics: woven pile, of man-made fibres, cut corduroy, other than fabrics of heading no. 5802 or 5806.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic corduroy imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported synthetic corduroy worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 865 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 147 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic corduroy to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 96% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by Belgium (1%) and Poland (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 416% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic corduroy per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.27 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $5.04 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic corduroy to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.1 million in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, a fall of 40%. The peak was 2020 at $10.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export synthetic corduroy?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Romania, Poland and Morocco. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic corduroy?
The HS code for synthetic corduroy is subheading 5801.32. It sits in HS chapter 58 (fabrics; special woven fabrics, tufted textile fabrics, lace, tapestries, trimmings, embroidery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5801 page.
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