Women's synthetic knit slip imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $3.1 million of women's synthetic knit slip in 2024 (85 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 166 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $9.1 million.
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 | $3.1M | 85 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 60 t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 125 t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 151 t |
| 2020 | $4.7M | 163 t |
| 2019 | $7.3M | 225 t |
| 2018 | $7.0M | 174 t |
| 2017 | $9.1M | 291 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports women's synthetic knit slip from
Most of the value came from Bangladesh (31%), China (16%), Thailand (12%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+372% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | $967K | 31% |
| China | $486K | 16% |
| Thailand | $372K | 12% |
| Sri Lanka | $313K | 10% |
| Turkey | $284K | 9.2% |
| Italy | $117K | 3.8% |
| Germany | $112K | 3.6% |
| Morocco | $95K | 3.1% |
| United States | $49K | 1.6% |
| France | $42K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $36.44 per kg, close to the world average of $31.08.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Women's synthetic knit slip exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $612 thousand of women's synthetic knit slip in 2024 (49 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United States (20%), Ireland (18%), Panama (13%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+208% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $122K | 20% |
| Ireland | $112K | 18% |
| Panama | $77K | 13% |
| Bangladesh | $49K | 8.1% |
| Mexico | $42K | 6.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $25K | 4% |
| Italy | $21K | 3.5% |
| Austria | $19K | 3.2% |
| France | $19K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $19K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom women's synthetic knit slip imports (HS 6108.11): 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 6108.11: Slips and petticoats: women's or girls', of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Common questions
What is the value of women's synthetic knit slip imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported women's synthetic knit slip worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 85 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 166 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply women's synthetic knit slip to the United Kingdom?
Bangladesh was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($967 thousand), followed by China (16%) and Thailand (12%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 372% on the year.
What is the average import price of women's synthetic knit slip per kg?
The average declared import value was about $36.44 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $31.08 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of women's synthetic knit slip to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.1 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, a fall of 66%. The peak was 2017 at $9.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export women's synthetic knit slip?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $612 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Ireland and Panama. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for women's synthetic knit slip?
The HS code for women's synthetic knit slip is subheading 6108.11. 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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