Twisted polypropylene filament yarn imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported twisted polypropylene filament yarn worth $5.4 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 119 countries. That is 29% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 53% a year on average.
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 | $5.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $4.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 989 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 832 t |
| 2020 | $2.5M | 813 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 811 t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $272K | 114 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports twisted polypropylene filament yarn from
One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 87% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+492% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $4.7M | 87% |
| Poland | $288K | 5.3% |
| Czech Republic | $174K | 3.2% |
| China | $159K | 2.9% |
| Spain | $44K | 0.8% |
| United States | $13K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $11K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.10 per kg, 28% above the world average of $2.42. 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.
Twisted polypropylene filament yarn exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of twisted polypropylene filament yarn by the United Kingdom reached $2.4 million in 2024 (516 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 38 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were France (27%), Belgium (14%), Egypt (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $659K | 27% |
| Belgium | $338K | 14% |
| Egypt | $334K | 14% |
| India | $256K | 11% |
| Spain | $229K | 9.4% |
| Ireland | $159K | 6.5% |
| Germany | $145K | 5.9% |
| Poland | $126K | 5.2% |
| Denmark | $109K | 4.5% |
| Italy | $41K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom twisted polypropylene filament yarn imports (HS 5402.53): 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 5402.53: Yarn, synthetic: filament, monofilament (less than 67 decitex), of polypropylene (not high tenacity or textured), single, twisted more than 50 turns per metre, not for retail sale, not sewing thread.
Common questions
What is the value of twisted polypropylene filament yarn imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported twisted polypropylene filament yarn worth $5.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 119 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply twisted polypropylene filament yarn to the United Kingdom?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by Poland (5%) and the Czech Republic (3%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 492% on the year.
What is the average import price of twisted polypropylene filament yarn per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.10 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $2.42 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of twisted polypropylene filament yarn to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $272 thousand in 2017 to $5.4 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export twisted polypropylene filament yarn?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Belgium and Egypt. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for twisted polypropylene filament yarn?
The HS code for twisted polypropylene filament yarn is subheading 5402.53. 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 5402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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