Tennis racket imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported tennis racket worth $5.9 million (252 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 8% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $14.4 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 | $5.9M | 252 t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 257 t |
| 2022 | $7.2M | 352 t |
| 2021 | $14.4M | 580 t |
| 2020 | $11.4M | 333 t |
| 2019 | $9.9M | 346 t |
| 2018 | $10.8M | 260 t |
| 2017 | $12.5M | 316 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports tennis racket from
The largest suppliers were Germany (49%), France (16%), Japan (11%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.9M | 49% |
| France | $919K | 16% |
| Japan | $662K | 11% |
| China | $381K | 6.5% |
| Italy | $198K | 3.4% |
| Indonesia | $172K | 2.9% |
| Hong Kong | $133K | 2.3% |
| Taiwan | $105K | 1.8% |
| Spain | $73K | 1.3% |
| Myanmar | $73K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.30 per kg, 65% below the world average of $66.72, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tennis racket exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of tennis racket by the United Kingdom reached $421 thousand in 2024 (10 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (26%), France (18%), Ireland (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Austria grew fastest (+225% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $109K | 26% |
| France | $74K | 18% |
| Ireland | $40K | 9.5% |
| Netherlands | $28K | 6.7% |
| United States | $16K | 3.9% |
| Poland | $16K | 3.8% |
| Hong Kong | $14K | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $9K | 2.2% |
| Austria | $9K | 2.2% |
| Japan | $8K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom tennis racket imports (HS 9506.51): 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 9506.51: Lawn-tennis racquets: whether or not strung.
Common questions
What is the value of tennis racket imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported tennis racket worth $5.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 252 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 179 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply tennis racket to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by France (16%) and Japan (11%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Myanmar grew fastest among the top ten, up 71% on the year.
What is the average import price of tennis racket per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.30 per kg in 2024, 65% below the world average of $66.72 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of tennis racket to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.5 million in 2017 to $5.9 million in 2024, a fall of 53%. The peak was 2021 at $14.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export tennis racket?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $421 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, France and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $5.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for tennis racket?
The HS code for tennis racket is subheading 9506.51. It sits in HS chapter 95 (toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9506 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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