Zipper part imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of zipper part by the United Kingdom reached $3.2 million in 2024 (219 tonnes). That is 5% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $94.8 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 | $3.2M | 219 t |
| 2023 | $3.1M | 213 t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 418 t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 365 t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 445 t |
| 2019 | $94.8M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $68.8M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $12.6M | 809 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports zipper part from
The largest suppliers were China (37%), Italy (14%), Taiwan (12%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 37% |
| Italy | $452K | 14% |
| Taiwan | $398K | 12% |
| Indonesia | $291K | 9% |
| Israel | $218K | 6.7% |
| Japan | $198K | 6.1% |
| Turkey | $93K | 2.9% |
| United States | $67K | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $53K | 1.6% |
| Switzerland | $47K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.83 per kg, 64% above the world average of $9.04. 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.
Zipper part exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.5 million of zipper part in 2024 (39 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Thailand (11%), Lithuania (11%), France (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, Denmark grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $173K | 11% |
| Lithuania | $170K | 11% |
| France | $157K | 10% |
| United States | $148K | 9.7% |
| Morocco | $142K | 9.3% |
| Malta | $98K | 6.4% |
| Romania | $75K | 4.9% |
| Japan | $60K | 3.9% |
| India | $55K | 3.6% |
| Denmark | $52K | 3.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom zipper part imports (HS 9607.20): 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 9607.20: Slide fasteners: parts.
Common questions
What is the value of zipper part imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported zipper part worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 219 tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 184 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply zipper part to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Italy (14%) and Taiwan (12%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 300% on the year.
What is the average import price of zipper part per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.83 per kg in 2024, 64% above the world average of $9.04 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of zipper part to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.6 million in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, a fall of 74%. The peak was 2019 at $94.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $25.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export zipper part?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Thailand, Lithuania and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for zipper part?
The HS code for zipper part is subheading 9607.20. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9607 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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