Synthetic knit sweater imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of synthetic knit sweater by the United Kingdom reached $1.22 billion in 2024 (68.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 214 countries. Value rose 8% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $1.22B | 68.4K t |
| 2023 | $1.14B | 62.0K t |
| 2022 | $1.32B | 64.6K t |
| 2021 | $1.11B | 54.1K t |
| 2020 | $1.05B | 50.6K t |
| 2019 | $1.34B | 70.5K t |
| 2018 | $1.38B | 64.4K t |
| 2017 | $1.37B | 76.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports synthetic knit sweater from
Most of the value came from China (37%), Bangladesh (23%), Cambodia (12%). Among the main suppliers, Cambodia grew fastest (+30% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $451.7M | 37% |
| Bangladesh | $283.8M | 23% |
| Cambodia | $151.4M | 12% |
| Turkey | $97.8M | 8% |
| Vietnam | $35.3M | 2.9% |
| Pakistan | $34.8M | 2.9% |
| Italy | $23.8M | 1.9% |
| Germany | $17.0M | 1.4% |
| Myanmar | $15.1M | 1.2% |
| Ireland | $11.7M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.90 per kg, close to the world average of $22.33.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic knit sweater exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported synthetic knit sweater worth $86.2 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (20%), Netherlands (19%), South Korea (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+434% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $17.4M | 20% |
| Netherlands | $16.4M | 19% |
| South Korea | $8.0M | 9.3% |
| France | $5.3M | 6.1% |
| United States | $4.9M | 5.6% |
| Germany | $4.6M | 5.3% |
| China | $4.1M | 4.8% |
| Bangladesh | $3.3M | 3.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.3M | 3.8% |
| Spain | $2.2M | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom synthetic knit sweater imports (HS 6110.30): 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 6110.30: Jerseys, pullovers, cardigans, waistcoats and similar articles: of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic knit sweater imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported synthetic knit sweater worth $1.22 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 68.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 214 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic knit sweater to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($451.7 million), followed by Bangladesh (23%) and Cambodia (12%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 99 supplier countries in total. Cambodia grew fastest among the top ten, up 30% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic knit sweater per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.90 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $22.33 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of synthetic knit sweater to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.37 billion in 2017 to $1.22 billion in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2018 at $1.38 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.24 billion a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export synthetic knit sweater?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $86.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the Netherlands and South Korea. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.14 billion a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic knit sweater?
The HS code for synthetic knit sweater is subheading 6110.30. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6110 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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