Unbleached synthetic warp knit exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $12.7 million of unbleached synthetic warp knit in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value rose 40% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $9.0M | 653 t |
| 2022 | $10.3M | 783 t |
| 2021 | $10.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $12.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $12.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $12.9M | 1.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports unbleached synthetic warp knit to
The largest buyer markets were United States (38%), Romania (15%), France (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+295% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.8M | 38% |
| Romania | $1.8M | 15% |
| France | $1.5M | 12% |
| Canada | $1.0M | 8.1% |
| Czech Republic | $405K | 3.2% |
| South Africa | $403K | 3.2% |
| Italy | $327K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $246K | 1.9% |
| Switzerland | $236K | 1.9% |
| India | $229K | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.91 per kg, 110% above the world average of $5.20. 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.
Unbleached synthetic warp knit imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of unbleached synthetic warp knit by the United Kingdom reached $11.8 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Most of the value came from Germany (31%), Turkey (24%), United States (9%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+195% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.7M | 31% |
| Turkey | $2.8M | 24% |
| United States | $1.0M | 8.8% |
| France | $966K | 8.2% |
| Poland | $623K | 5.3% |
| China | $590K | 5% |
| Spain | $526K | 4.5% |
| Italy | $414K | 3.5% |
| Austria | $335K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $166K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom unbleached synthetic warp knit exports (HS 6005.36): 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 6005.36: Fabrics: warp knit (including those made on galloon knitting machines), other than those of headings 60.01 to 60.04, of synthetic fibres, bleached or unbleached.
Common questions
What is the value of unbleached synthetic warp knit exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported unbleached synthetic warp knit worth $12.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 82 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 40% on 2023.
Which countries buy unbleached synthetic warp knit from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 38% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by Romania (15%) and France (12%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 68 buyer countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 295% on the year.
What is the average export price of unbleached synthetic warp knit per kg?
The average declared export value was about $10.91 per kg in 2024, 110% above the world average of $5.20 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of unbleached synthetic warp knit from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $12.9 million in 2017 to $12.7 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2017 at $12.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import unbleached synthetic warp knit?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $11.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Turkey and the United States. That compares with exports of $12.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for unbleached synthetic warp knit?
The HS code for unbleached synthetic warp knit is subheading 6005.36. It sits in HS chapter 60 (fabrics; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6005 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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