Toothbrush imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $128.2 million of toothbrush in 2024 (6.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 218 countries for imports of this product. That is 8% 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 | $128.2M | 6.5K t |
| 2023 | $118.9M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $121.3M | 10.3K t |
| 2021 | $108.8M | 5.1K t |
| 2020 | $94.7M | 4.8K t |
| 2019 | $107.6M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $112.9M | 7.3K t |
| 2017 | $98.1M | 4.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports toothbrush from
The largest suppliers were Germany (26%), China (25%), Sweden (21%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+650% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $33.0M | 26% |
| China | $31.9M | 25% |
| Sweden | $27.0M | 21% |
| Ireland | $6.5M | 5.1% |
| India | $3.9M | 3.1% |
| Switzerland | $3.7M | 2.9% |
| Malaysia | $3.2M | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $2.9M | 2.3% |
| United States | $2.8M | 2.2% |
| Poland | $2.4M | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.87 per kg, close to the world average of $18.22.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Toothbrush exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $15.5 million of toothbrush in 2024 (688 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (35%), Germany (17%), Netherlands (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+397% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $5.4M | 35% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 7.2% |
| United States | $784K | 5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $726K | 4.7% |
| Belgium | $632K | 4.1% |
| Israel | $535K | 3.4% |
| Iraq | $237K | 1.5% |
| France | $223K | 1.4% |
| Australia | $198K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom toothbrush imports (HS 9603.21): 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 9603.21: Brushes: toothbrushes.
Common questions
What is the value of toothbrush imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported toothbrush worth $128.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 218 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply toothbrush to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($33.0 million), followed by China (25%) and Sweden (21%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 55 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 650% on the year.
What is the average import price of toothbrush per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.87 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $18.22 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of toothbrush to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $98.1 million in 2017 to $128.2 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $111.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export toothbrush?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $15.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Germany and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $112.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for toothbrush?
The HS code for toothbrush is subheading 9603.21. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9603 page.
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