Woven glass fibre fabrics (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported woven glass fibre fabrics (other) worth $42.0 million (4.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $42.0M | 4.9K t |
| 2023 | $41.3M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $32.8M | 4.3K t |
| 2021 | $40.3M | 6.3K t |
| 2020 | $31.6M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $37.6M | 5.6K t |
| 2018 | $40.1M | 4.4K t |
| 2017 | $41.0M | 5.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports woven glass fibre fabrics (other) from
Most of the value came from France (21%), China (14%), Czech Republic (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $8.6M | 21% |
| China | $6.0M | 14% |
| Czech Republic | $5.9M | 14% |
| United States | $3.5M | 8.4% |
| Germany | $3.3M | 7.8% |
| Ireland | $3.2M | 7.7% |
| Latvia | $2.5M | 5.9% |
| Netherlands | $1.6M | 3.8% |
| Italy | $914K | 2.2% |
| India | $816K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.56 per kg, 49% above the world average of $5.74. 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.
Woven glass fibre fabrics (other) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of woven glass fibre fabrics (other) by the United Kingdom reached $20.9 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Germany (20%), France (10%), United States (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.1M | 20% |
| France | $2.1M | 10% |
| United States | $1.7M | 8% |
| Poland | $1.4M | 6.6% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 4.8% |
| Australia | $991K | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $893K | 4.3% |
| Ireland | $748K | 3.6% |
| Belgium | $698K | 3.3% |
| India | $687K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom woven glass fibre fabrics (other) imports (HS 7019.59): 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 7019.59: Glass fibres: woven fabrics (other than of rovings), n.e.c. in item no. 7019.5.
Common questions
What is the value of woven glass fibre fabrics (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported woven glass fibre fabrics (other) worth $42.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 194 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply woven glass fibre fabrics (other) to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by China (14%) and the Czech Republic (14%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 40% on the year.
What is the average import price of woven glass fibre fabrics (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.56 per kg in 2024, 49% above the world average of $5.74 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of woven glass fibre fabrics (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $41.0 million in 2017 to $42.0 million in 2024, an increase of 3%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $38.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export woven glass fibre fabrics (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $20.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, France and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $21.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for woven glass fibre fabrics (other)?
The HS code for woven glass fibre fabrics (other) is subheading 7019.59. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7019 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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