Synthetic filament yarn (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $9.9 million of synthetic filament yarn (other) in 2024 (645 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 36% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $15.5 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 | $9.9M | 645 t |
| 2023 | $15.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $12.1M | 966 t |
| 2021 | $10.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 957 t |
| 2019 | $11.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $12.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $9.3M | 1.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports synthetic filament yarn (other) from
The largest suppliers were Israel (26%), United States (25%), Netherlands (23%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $2.6M | 26% |
| United States | $2.5M | 25% |
| Netherlands | $2.3M | 23% |
| Japan | $970K | 9.8% |
| Germany | $533K | 5.4% |
| China | $464K | 4.7% |
| India | $190K | 1.9% |
| Italy | $156K | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $66K | 0.7% |
| Romania | $56K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.33 per kg, 100% above the world average of $7.65. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic filament yarn (other) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $3.0 million of synthetic filament yarn (other) in 2024 (50 tonnes). Most of it went to Switzerland (44%), Thailand (23%), Germany (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+316% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $1.3M | 44% |
| Thailand | $686K | 23% |
| Germany | $472K | 16% |
| Austria | $142K | 4.8% |
| United States | $126K | 4.3% |
| Netherlands | $89K | 3% |
| Ireland | $45K | 1.5% |
| France | $29K | 1% |
| China | $17K | 0.6% |
| India | $15K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom synthetic filament yarn (other) imports (HS 5402.49): 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 5402.49: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), other than high tenacity or textured yarn, single, untwisted or twisted 50 turns or less per metre, n.e.c. in heading no. 5402, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic filament yarn (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported synthetic filament yarn (other) worth $9.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 645 tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 138 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 36% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic filament yarn (other) to the United Kingdom?
Israel was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by the United States (25%) and the Netherlands (23%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 38% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic filament yarn (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.33 per kg in 2024, 100% above the world average of $7.65 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 filament yarn (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.3 million in 2017 to $9.9 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. The peak was 2023 at $15.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export synthetic filament yarn (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, Thailand and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic filament yarn (other)?
The HS code for synthetic filament yarn (other) is subheading 5402.49. It sits in HS chapter 54 (man-made filaments; strip and the like of man-made textile materials). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for the United Kingdom reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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