Tents (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported tents (other) worth $21.5 million (5.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 213 countries for imports of this product. That is 45% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $70.4 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 | $21.5M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $38.8M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $70.4M | 10.3K t |
| 2021 | $52.0M | 6.9K t |
| 2020 | $34.6M | 4.7K t |
| 2019 | $24.4M | 3.4K t |
| 2018 | $22.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $24.5M | 3.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports tents (other) from
China alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+182% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.2M | 52% |
| Netherlands | $3.8M | 18% |
| South Africa | $2.6M | 12% |
| Italy | $650K | 3% |
| Pakistan | $632K | 2.9% |
| United States | $419K | 2% |
| France | $350K | 1.6% |
| Sri Lanka | $271K | 1.3% |
| India | $222K | 1% |
| Belgium | $219K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.26 per kg, close to the world average of $4.18.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tents (other) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of tents (other) by the United Kingdom reached $5.3 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Netherlands (44%), France (9%), Belgium (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $2.4M | 44% |
| France | $492K | 9.3% |
| Belgium | $287K | 5.4% |
| Angola | $268K | 5.1% |
| United States | $225K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $223K | 4.2% |
| Hong Kong | $210K | 4% |
| Ireland | $136K | 2.6% |
| Canada | $88K | 1.7% |
| Kenya | $86K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom tents (other) imports (HS 6306.29): 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 6306.29: Tents: of textile materials other than synthetic fibres.
Common questions
What is the value of tents (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported tents (other) worth $21.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 213 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 45% on 2023.
Which countries supply tents (other) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($11.2 million), followed by the Netherlands (18%) and South Africa (12%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 182% on the year.
What is the average import price of tents (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.26 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $4.18 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of tents (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.5 million in 2017 to $21.5 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2022 at $70.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $36.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export tents (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $5.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, France and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $16.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for tents (other)?
The HS code for tents (other) is subheading 6306.29. 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 6306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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