Synthetic fibre blankets imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic fibre blankets by the United Kingdom reached $83.5 million in 2024 (15.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 213 countries for imports of this product. That is 7% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $119.3 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 | $83.5M | 15.2K t |
| 2023 | $89.5M | 16.3K t |
| 2022 | $93.5M | 14.8K t |
| 2021 | $91.5M | 16.2K t |
| 2020 | $119.3M | 13.7K t |
| 2019 | $91.5M | 16.1K t |
| 2018 | $87.4M | 15.5K t |
| 2017 | $79.7M | 15.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports synthetic fibre blankets from
China alone supplied 87% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $72.4M | 87% |
| Cambodia | $2.6M | 3.1% |
| India | $2.5M | 3.1% |
| Pakistan | $1.4M | 1.7% |
| Germany | $855K | 1% |
| Portugal | $800K | 1% |
| United States | $506K | 0.6% |
| Ireland | $338K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $315K | 0.4% |
| Thailand | $184K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.48 per kg, close to the world average of $4.71.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic fibre blankets exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $3.2 million of synthetic fibre blankets in 2024 (294 tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (15%), United States (13%), Netherlands (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest (+410% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $494K | 15% |
| United States | $426K | 13% |
| Netherlands | $368K | 11% |
| China | $267K | 8.2% |
| Kenya | $200K | 6.2% |
| Germany | $194K | 6% |
| Sweden | $165K | 5.1% |
| Hungary | $132K | 4.1% |
| Poland | $77K | 2.4% |
| Czech Republic | $64K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom synthetic fibre blankets imports (HS 6301.40): 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 6301.40: Blankets (other than electric blankets) and travelling rugs: of synthetic fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic fibre blankets imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported synthetic fibre blankets worth $83.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 213 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic fibre blankets to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($72.4 million), followed by Cambodia (3%) and India (3%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 182% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic fibre blankets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.48 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $4.71 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic fibre blankets to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $79.7 million in 2017 to $83.5 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2020 at $119.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $92.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export synthetic fibre blankets?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the United States and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $80.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic fibre blankets?
The HS code for synthetic fibre blankets is subheading 6301.40. It sits in HS chapter 63 (textiles, made up articles; sets; worn clothing and worn textile articles; rags). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6301 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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