Viscose rayon staple fiber exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $9.4 million of viscose rayon staple fiber in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). That is 158% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average.
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 | $9.4M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $8.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 1.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports viscose rayon staple fiber to
One buyer market dominates: Turkey accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+143% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $5.1M | 54% |
| Israel | $949K | 10% |
| Poland | $880K | 9.3% |
| China | $752K | 8% |
| India | $562K | 6% |
| Vietnam | $216K | 2.3% |
| United States | $191K | 2% |
| Portugal | $178K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $114K | 1.2% |
| Romania | $100K | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.78 per kg, 40% above the world average of $1.99. 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.
Viscose rayon staple fiber imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $17.8 million of viscose rayon staple fiber in 2024 (6.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 70% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $12.4M | 70% |
| Austria | $3.7M | 21% |
| China | $1.0M | 5.8% |
| Italy | $392K | 2.2% |
| Indonesia | $175K | 1% |
| Switzerland | $21K | 0.1% |
| United States | $20K | 0.1% |
| Philippines | $20K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $16K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $15K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom viscose rayon staple fiber exports (HS 5504.10): 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 5504.10: Fibres: artificial staple fibres, of viscose, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning.
Common questions
What is the value of viscose rayon staple fiber exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported viscose rayon staple fiber worth $9.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 65 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 158% on 2023.
Which countries buy viscose rayon staple fiber from the United Kingdom?
Turkey was the largest buyer with 54% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by Israel (10%) and Poland (9%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 33 buyer countries in total. Romania grew fastest among the top ten, up 660% on the year.
What is the average export price of viscose rayon staple fiber per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.78 per kg in 2024, 40% above the world average of $1.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of viscose rayon staple fiber from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $9.4 million in 2024, an increase of 309%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import viscose rayon staple fiber?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $17.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Austria and China. That compares with exports of $9.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for viscose rayon staple fiber?
The HS code for viscose rayon staple fiber is subheading 5504.10. It sits in HS chapter 55 (man-made staple fibres). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 5504 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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