Synthetic fibre tents imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported synthetic fibre tents worth $114.5 million (17.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 218 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 4% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $149.5 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 | $114.5M | 17.8K t |
| 2023 | $119.0M | 15.9K t |
| 2022 | $149.5M | 22.0K t |
| 2021 | $132.9M | 23.2K t |
| 2020 | $95.2M | 14.7K t |
| 2019 | $106.2M | 15.1K t |
| 2018 | $106.4M | 15.4K t |
| 2017 | $99.7M | 15.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports synthetic fibre tents from
China alone supplied 60% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $69.0M | 60% |
| Bangladesh | $22.9M | 20% |
| Poland | $5.8M | 5.1% |
| Vietnam | $2.6M | 2.3% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 1.1% |
| France | $1.2M | 1% |
| Slovenia | $1.0M | 0.9% |
| Estonia | $976K | 0.9% |
| Slovakia | $940K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.43 per kg, close to the world average of $6.52.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic fibre tents exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $15.5 million of synthetic fibre tents in 2024 (664 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Sweden (31%), France (25%), Ireland (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Sweden grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $4.9M | 31% |
| France | $3.8M | 25% |
| Ireland | $1.5M | 9.9% |
| Netherlands | $967K | 6.2% |
| Germany | $727K | 4.7% |
| Bangladesh | $528K | 3.4% |
| Czech Republic | $380K | 2.5% |
| Austria | $333K | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $266K | 1.7% |
| Canada | $266K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom synthetic fibre tents imports (HS 6306.22): 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 6306.22: Tents: of synthetic fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic fibre tents imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported synthetic fibre tents worth $114.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 218 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic fibre tents to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($69.0 million), followed by Bangladesh (20%) and Poland (5%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 59 supplier countries in total. Slovakia grew fastest among the top ten, up 150% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic fibre tents per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.43 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $6.52 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 tents to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $99.7 million in 2017 to $114.5 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. The peak was 2022 at $149.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $115.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export synthetic fibre tents?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $15.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Sweden, France and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $99.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic fibre tents?
The HS code for synthetic fibre tents is subheading 6306.22. 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 6306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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