Women's synthetic knit briefs imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported women's synthetic knit briefs worth $141.8 million (4.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 201 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 9% on 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 | $141.8M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $129.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $158.1M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $128.4M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $126.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2019 | $173.7M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $162.7M | 4.7K t |
| 2017 | $173.6M | 6.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports women's synthetic knit briefs from
Most of the value came from China (40%), Bangladesh (25%), France (5%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+796% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $56.7M | 40% |
| Bangladesh | $35.5M | 25% |
| France | $7.5M | 5.3% |
| Vietnam | $5.4M | 3.8% |
| Sri Lanka | $5.3M | 3.8% |
| Bulgaria | $4.1M | 2.9% |
| Cambodia | $3.3M | 2.4% |
| Sweden | $2.9M | 2% |
| Thailand | $2.3M | 1.7% |
| India | $2.3M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $33.90 per kg, close to the world average of $33.70.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Women's synthetic knit briefs exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of women's synthetic knit briefs by the United Kingdom reached $11.0 million in 2024 (198 tonnes). Most of it went to France (33%), Ireland (11%), Bangladesh (9%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.6M | 33% |
| Ireland | $1.2M | 11% |
| Bangladesh | $941K | 8.6% |
| Netherlands | $907K | 8.3% |
| Belgium | $702K | 6.4% |
| Russia | $536K | 4.9% |
| Germany | $370K | 3.4% |
| Vietnam | $360K | 3.3% |
| Spain | $322K | 2.9% |
| China | $174K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom women's synthetic knit briefs imports (HS 6108.22): 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 6108.22: Briefs and panties: women's or girls', of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of women's synthetic knit briefs imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported women's synthetic knit briefs worth $141.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 201 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply women's synthetic knit briefs to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($56.7 million), followed by Bangladesh (25%) and France (5%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 796% on the year.
What is the average import price of women's synthetic knit briefs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $33.90 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $33.70 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of women's synthetic knit briefs to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $173.6 million in 2017 to $141.8 million in 2024, a fall of 18%. The peak was 2019 at $173.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $149.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export women's synthetic knit briefs?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $11.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Ireland and Bangladesh. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $130.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for women's synthetic knit briefs?
The HS code for women's synthetic knit briefs is subheading 6108.22. It sits in HS chapter 61 (apparel and clothing accessories; knitted or crocheted). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6108 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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