Synthetic kitchen and toilet linen imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported synthetic kitchen and toilet linen worth $35.4 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 215 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
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 | $35.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $35.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $16.4M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $16.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $13.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $20.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $20.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $15.6M | 1.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports synthetic kitchen and toilet linen from
China alone supplied 91% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $32.2M | 91% |
| Pakistan | $812K | 2.3% |
| India | $367K | 1% |
| Turkey | $340K | 1% |
| Cambodia | $246K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $197K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $149K | 0.4% |
| Taiwan | $129K | 0.4% |
| France | $112K | 0.3% |
| Poland | $105K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.05 per kg, 83% above the world average of $7.68. 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 kitchen and toilet linen exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.4 million of synthetic kitchen and toilet linen in 2024 (81 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Hungary (19%), Ireland (11%), Netherlands (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Hungary grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hungary | $268K | 19% |
| Ireland | $155K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $118K | 8.4% |
| Poland | $77K | 5.5% |
| Germany | $76K | 5.4% |
| Canada | $72K | 5.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $70K | 5% |
| France | $67K | 4.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $64K | 4.6% |
| China | $54K | 3.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom synthetic kitchen and toilet linen imports (HS 6302.93): 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 6302.93: Toilet and kitchen linen: of man-made fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic kitchen and toilet linen imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported synthetic kitchen and toilet linen worth $35.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 215 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic kitchen and toilet linen to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 91% of the value ($32.2 million), followed by Pakistan (2%) and India (1%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 44 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 181% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic kitchen and toilet linen per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.05 per kg in 2024, 83% above the world average of $7.68 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 kitchen and toilet linen to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.6 million in 2017 to $35.4 million in 2024, an increase of 127%. The peak was 2023 at $35.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export synthetic kitchen and toilet linen?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hungary, Ireland and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $34.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic kitchen and toilet linen?
The HS code for synthetic kitchen and toilet linen is subheading 6302.93. 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 6302 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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