Textile-reinforced hose assemblies imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $72.0 million of textile-reinforced hose assemblies in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 209 countries for imports of this product. That is 16% more than in 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 | $72.0M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $62.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $54.0M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $50.1M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $42.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $51.7M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $56.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $59.5M | 2.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports textile-reinforced hose assemblies from
Most of the value came from France (14%), Bulgaria (12%), Germany (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 36%. Among the main suppliers, Bulgaria grew fastest (+96% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $9.9M | 14% |
| Bulgaria | $8.7M | 12% |
| Germany | $7.7M | 11% |
| Czech Republic | $7.6M | 11% |
| Poland | $7.1M | 9.9% |
| China | $5.6M | 7.8% |
| Spain | $5.4M | 7.5% |
| Turkey | $4.0M | 5.6% |
| India | $3.9M | 5.5% |
| Portugal | $2.6M | 3.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.29 per kg, 38% above the world average of $14.02. 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.
Textile-reinforced hose assemblies exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported textile-reinforced hose assemblies worth $16.8 million (616 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were China (10%), Germany (7%), United States (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 23%. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+129% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 9.5% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 7.1% |
| United States | $1.2M | 6.8% |
| India | $1.1M | 6.7% |
| Ecuador | $979K | 5.8% |
| Poland | $950K | 5.6% |
| Singapore | $904K | 5.4% |
| France | $844K | 5% |
| Brazil | $793K | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $630K | 3.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom textile-reinforced hose assemblies imports (HS 4009.32): 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 4009.32: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), tubing, piping and hoses, reinforced or otherwise combined only with textile materials, with fittings.
Common questions
What is the value of textile-reinforced hose assemblies imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported textile-reinforced hose assemblies worth $72.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 209 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply textile-reinforced hose assemblies to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 14% of the value ($9.9 million), followed by Bulgaria (12%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 36%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Bulgaria grew fastest among the top ten, up 96% on the year.
What is the average import price of textile-reinforced hose assemblies per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.29 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $14.02 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of textile-reinforced hose assemblies to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $59.5 million in 2017 to $72.0 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $56.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export textile-reinforced hose assemblies?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $16.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Germany and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $55.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for textile-reinforced hose assemblies?
The HS code for textile-reinforced hose assemblies is subheading 4009.32. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4009 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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