Synthetic monofilament (other) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of synthetic monofilament (other) by the United Kingdom reached $15.7 million in 2024 (540 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 94 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15.7M | 540 t |
| 2023 | $15.3M | 586 t |
| 2022 | $14.8M | 916 t |
| 2021 | $13.7M | 871 t |
| 2020 | $13.0M | 664 t |
| 2019 | $14.2M | 774 t |
| 2018 | $14.1M | 652 t |
| 2017 | $12.0M | 475 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports synthetic monofilament (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Germany (34%), United States (19%), Canada (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+201% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $5.4M | 34% |
| United States | $2.9M | 19% |
| Canada | $2.1M | 13% |
| China | $1.0M | 6.6% |
| Netherlands | $943K | 6% |
| France | $615K | 3.9% |
| Japan | $572K | 3.6% |
| Czech Republic | $416K | 2.7% |
| India | $335K | 2.1% |
| Italy | $239K | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $29.13 per kg, 242% above the world average of $8.53. 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 monofilament (other) imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported synthetic monofilament (other) worth $8.8 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Germany (42%), China (15%), Italy (15%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+296% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.7M | 42% |
| China | $1.4M | 15% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 15% |
| Taiwan | $538K | 6.1% |
| United States | $394K | 4.5% |
| Poland | $273K | 3.1% |
| Vietnam | $254K | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $133K | 1.5% |
| Mexico | $129K | 1.5% |
| Hungary | $127K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom synthetic monofilament (other) exports (HS 5404.19): 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 5404.19: Monofilament n.e.c. in heading no 5404: of 67 decitex or more and of which no cross-sectional dimension exceeds 1mm.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic monofilament (other) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported synthetic monofilament (other) worth $15.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 540 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 94 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy synthetic monofilament (other) from the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by the United States (19%) and Canada (13%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 51 buyer countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 201% on the year.
What is the average export price of synthetic monofilament (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $29.13 per kg in 2024, 242% above the world average of $8.53 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of synthetic monofilament (other) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $12.0 million in 2017 to $15.7 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $14.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import synthetic monofilament (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $8.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, China and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic monofilament (other)?
The HS code for synthetic monofilament (other) is subheading 5404.19. 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 5404 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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