Leading Fabrics Limited
- Active
- Small
- 22 years
- 11 employees
- £1,026,616 (cur assets)
- 1m-15m
- Regular importer
- Regular exporter
- Virtual address
- 2 directors
- No owners
- Bedford
Company status
Company size
Two conditions of three:
1.Turnover < £10.2 million
2.Balance sheet total < £5.1 million
3.Average number of employees < 50
Two conditions of three:
1.Turnover < £10.2 million
2.Balance sheet total < £5.1 million
3.Average number of employees < 50
Company incorporated on July 07, 2004
Average employees reported at October 31, 2025
Current assets reported at October 31, 2025
Estimated revenue range
Top import category is Various types of hats and headgear, Peaked caps, Finished hats and headgear made from woven or assembled strips, Various decorative trimmings, Unfinished hat shapes made from woven or assembled strips, 215.0 months imported, the last import operation was made on April 01, 2026
Top export category is Peaked caps, Treated or painted fabrics, Various woven labels, Various wool or animal hair fabrics, Finished hats and headgear made from woven or assembled strips, 59.0 months exported, the last export operation was made on March 01, 2026
163 companies registered at the address, more than 9
2 directors
No owners reported, probably one of them is in the directors list
Company is located in Bedford
Field of Operation
Wholesale of textiles
46410
5293 companies
SIC CODE 46410. Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes are used to classify the business activities of companies.
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Summary
Leading Fabrics Limited is a private limited company registered in England/Wales with the registration number 05172362. The company was founded twenty two years ago on July 07, 2004, and registered at MK45 2NW, England, Bedford, 3 Doolittle Yard Froghall Road, Ampthill. The address is probably virtual as 163 companies are registered at the same address. Its status is active. The company operates in the wholesale, the textiles industries. Officially, it has not published owners as their shares less than twenty five percent for each shareholder. It has two directors, and eleven employees.
It's a small company as it met two conditions of three: turnover less than £10.2 million, balance sheet less than £5.1 million, employees less than 50. The last reported current assets is £1,026,616.
The company is a regular importer, with its top import category being Various types of hats and headgear, Peaked caps, Finished hats and headgear made from woven or assembled strips, Various decorative trimmings, Unfinished hat shapes made from woven or assembled strips, totaling 215.0 months of imports. The last import operation was conducted on April 01, 2026. The company is a regular exporter, with its top export categories including Peaked caps, Treated or painted fabrics, Various woven labels, Various wool or animal hair fabrics, Finished hats and headgear made from woven or assembled strips, totaling 59.0 of months exports. The last export operation took place on March 01, 2026. Exports to Australia, China, Denmark, France, and Germany. Imports from China, Ecuador, France, Germany, and India. Uses ports Dover, Dover / Eurotunnel, East Midlands Airport, Eurotunnel, and Felixstowe. Uses Air transport, Roll on Roll off (RORO), and Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry) for transport.
WARNING: The numbers have been rounded for simplicity and may be inaccurate.Please, refer to the latest financial report for verification.
Ports, countries, transport, and price/kg were calculated by CorpSignals; non-official data, may contain errors.
Managers
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Individual
- 8 months
- 4
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Resident of United Kingdom
Started on 2025-11-06
Also participates in 4 other companies.
Director
Director
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Individual
- 8 months
- 1
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Resident of United Kingdom
Started on 2025-11-06
Also participates in 1 other companies.
Director
Director
Last reports
Download the last financial report
The latest financial report submitted four months ago.
Download the last confirmation report
May contain a full shareholders list.
The latest confirmation statement submitted three days ago.
The latest confirmation statement submitted three days ago.
* may contain a full shareholder list
Last news
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Confirmation statement made on 2026-06-27 with updatesDownload 5 pages pdf report
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Total exemption full accounts made up to 2025-10-31Download 11 pages pdf report
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Termination of appointment of Lee Anthony Williamson as a director on 2025-11-06Download 1 page pdf report
Importer profile by HS codes
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Import HS codes in detail
4202
4202-Luggage and bags made of leather, plastic, or fabric
Includes suitcases, backpacks, handbags, wallets, and cases for items like cameras, musical instruments, and tools. Made from leather, plastic, fabric, or other materials
13 months, last: 2024-07-01
4203
4203-Leather clothing and accessories
Clothing and accessories made from leather or imitation leather, such as jackets, gloves, and belts
1 months, last: 2020-10-01
4819
4819-Paper packaging and office supplies
Includes boxes, bags, and office storage items made from paper or cardboard
2 months, last: 2016-10-01
5305
5305-Natural plant fibers like coconut, abaca, ramie, and others
Raw or processed plant fibers used for textiles, including waste and scraps from these fibers
4 months, last: 2023-03-01
5310
5310-Woven fabrics made of jute or similar fibers
Fabrics woven from jute or other plant-based fibers like hemp or kenaf
2 months, last: 2026-03-01
5407
5407-Woven fabrics from synthetic yarn
Fabrics made from man-made fibers like nylon or polyester, used for clothing, bags, and more
2 months, last: 2019-04-01
5603
5603-Nonwoven materials
Nonwoven fabrics, which may be treated, coated, or layered, used in industries like healthcare and packaging
1 months, last: 2018-07-01
5804
5804-Tulles and net fabrics, not woven or knitted
Includes lace in pieces, strips, or motifs, but not fabrics from headings 6002 to 6006
3 months, last: 2025-05-01
5806
5806-Narrow woven fabrics
Thin woven fabrics without weft, held together by adhesive, like ribbons or bolducs
2 months, last: 2025-01-01
5808
5808-Braids and decorative trimmings
Braids, ornamental trimmings, tassels, pompons, and similar items, not knitted or embroidered, sold in pieces
20 months, last: 2026-04-01
5809
5809-Woven fabrics with metal threads
Woven fabrics made with metal threads or yarn, used for clothing, furniture, or similar purposes
2 months, last: 2026-02-01
5810
5810-Embroidery in pieces, strips, or designs
Decorative embroidery on fabric, sold in pieces, strips, or as individual designs
1 months, last: 2016-06-01
5901
5901-Stiffened fabrics for books, painting, or hats
Textile fabrics stiffened with gum or starch, used for book covers, painting canvases, and hat bases
1 months, last: 2017-04-01
5903
5903-Textile fabrics coated or laminated with plastic
Fabrics treated with plastic for added durability, excluding tire cord fabrics
2 months, last: 2021-04-01
5911
5911-Technical textile products
Special fabric items used for technical purposes, as described in note 8 of this chapter
1 months, last: 2024-12-01
6210
6210-Garments made from special fabrics
Clothing made from fabrics like felt, nonwovens, or coated textiles, often used for protective or industrial wear
1 months, last: 2025-08-01
6216
6216-Gloves, mittens, and mitts
All types of handwear, including gloves, mittens, and mitts, designed for warmth, protection, or fashion
9 months, last: 2025-03-01
6217
6217-Various clothing accessories and garment parts
Includes various made-up clothing accessories and parts of garments, such as belts, scarves, and gloves, but excludes items from heading 6212
5 months, last: 2026-04-01
6307
6307-Various made-up articles and dress patterns
Includes various finished textile products like dress patterns, cleaning cloths, and more
7 months, last: 2026-01-01
6501
6501-Unshaped felt hat materials
Felt pieces like hat forms, hoods, and manchons used to make hats, not yet shaped or finished
11 months, last: 2024-11-01
6502
6502-Unfinished hat shapes made from woven or assembled strips
Hat shapes that are not shaped, lined, or trimmed, made by weaving or assembling strips of any material
11 months, last: 2021-09-01
6504
6504-Finished hats and headgear made from woven or assembled strips
Hats and headgear made by weaving or assembling strips of any material, which may be lined or trimmed
26 months, last: 2026-04-01
6505
6505-Knitted or crocheted hats and headgear, made from lace, felt, or other fabrics
Includes all types of hats and headgear, such as knitted caps, felt hats, and lace headpieces, whether lined or trimmed. Also includes hairnets made from any material
104 months, last: 2026-04-01
6506
6506-Various headgear, lined or trimmed
Headgear not made from knitted or crocheted materials, including those with lining or trimming
5 months, last: 2020-09-01
6507
6507-Headgear parts like headbands, hat frames, and chinstraps
Includes all types of hat accessories such as linings, covers, hat foundations, and peaks, used for making or repairing hats
6 months, last: 2020-04-01
7018
7018-Glass beads, ornaments, and small glass items
Includes glass beads, fake pearls, small glass decorations, and tiny glass spheres
1 months, last: 2019-08-01
7113
7113-Jewellery and parts made of precious metals
Includes rings, necklaces, bracelets, and other jewellery or parts made of gold, silver, platinum, or other precious metals
1 months, last: 2024-12-01
8302
8302-Metal fittings for furniture, doors, and more
Includes hinges, castors, and other metal parts for furniture, doors, vehicles, and buildings. Also covers hat racks, brackets, and automatic door closers
1 months, last: 2018-05-01
8306
8306-Non-electric bells, gongs, and similar items made of base metal; base metal ornaments like statuettes; photo frames and mirrors made of base metal
Includes all types of non-electric bells, gongs, decorative items, photo frames, and mirrors made from base metals like iron, steel, or aluminum
2 months, last: 2026-03-01
8308
8308-Metal fasteners for clothes, shoes, and accessories
Includes hooks, buckles, rivets, and other small metal parts used for clothing, footwear, bags, watches, and more
1 months, last: 2025-04-01
9612
9612-Typewriter and printer ribbons, ink pads
Includes all types of ribbons for typewriters and printers, whether inked or not, and ink pads, with or without boxes
1 months, last: 2017-03-01
Last imported products
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Last purchased: 2026-04-01
Country: China
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £16.76 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-04-01
Country: China
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £25.31 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-04-01
Country: China
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £16.89 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-04-01
Port: East Midlands Airport
Country: United States
Transport: Air transport
Price: £19.71 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-02-01
Port: London Stansted Airport
Country: France
Transport: Air transport
Price: £54.53 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-04-01
Country: China
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £12.78 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2025-08-01
Port: London Heathrow Airport
Country: China
Transport: Air transport
Price: £30.64 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-03-01
Port: Felixstowe
Country: India
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £2.24 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-03-01
Port: Felixstowe
Country: China
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £6.22 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-01-01
Country: China
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £5.17 per kg
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Exporter profile by HS codes
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Export HS codes in detail
4817
4817-Envelopes and paper stationery
Includes envelopes, letter cards, plain postcards, and correspondence cards made of paper or paperboard. Also includes boxes, pouches, wallets, and writing compendiums containing assorted paper stationery
1 months, last: 2022-10-01
5007
5007-Woven silk fabrics
Fabrics made from silk or silk waste, woven into various types of textiles
2 months, last: 2017-05-01
5109
5109-Yarn of wool or fine animal hair for retail sale
Yarn made from wool or fine animal hair, packaged and ready for retail sale
3 months, last: 2022-06-01
5111
5111-Fabrics made from carded wool or fine animal hair
Woven fabrics made from carded wool or fine animal hair, used in clothing and textiles
8 months, last: 2026-03-01
5112
5112-Woven fabrics made of combed wool or fine animal hair
High-quality fabrics woven from combed wool or fine animal hair, used in clothing and textiles
2 months, last: 2016-04-01
5209
5209-Heavy cotton woven fabrics
Cotton fabrics with 85% or more cotton, weighing over 200g/m². Ideal for durable clothing and home textiles
1 months, last: 2016-10-01
5309
5309-Woven fabrics made of flax
Fabrics woven from flax fibers, used in textiles and clothing. Includes unbleached, bleached, and other types
1 months, last: 2025-07-01
5310
5310-Woven fabrics made of jute or similar fibers
Fabrics woven from jute or other plant-based fibers like hemp or kenaf
3 months, last: 2026-03-01
5407
5407-Woven fabrics from synthetic yarn
Fabrics made from man-made fibers like nylon or polyester, used for clothing, bags, and more
2 months, last: 2024-06-01
5408
5408-Woven fabrics made from artificial filament yarn
Fabrics woven from synthetic or artificial fibers, including those made from materials like viscose rayon. Used in clothing, home textiles, and industrial applications
1 months, last: 2016-10-01
5801
5801-Woven pile and chenille fabrics
Soft, textured fabrics like velvet and corduroy, used for upholstery, clothing, and decorative items. Excludes certain types listed in HS 5802 or 5806
1 months, last: 2025-12-01
5804
5804-Tulles and net fabrics, not woven or knitted
Includes lace in pieces, strips, or motifs, but not fabrics from headings 6002 to 6006
4 months, last: 2025-01-01
5806
5806-Narrow woven fabrics
Thin woven fabrics without weft, held together by adhesive, like ribbons or bolducs
2 months, last: 2018-10-01
5807
5807-Textile labels and badges
Labels, badges, and similar items made from fabric, not embroidered
9 months, last: 2026-03-01
5808
5808-Braids and decorative trimmings
Braids, ornamental trimmings, tassels, pompons, and similar items, not knitted or embroidered, sold in pieces
5 months, last: 2025-03-01
5809
5809-Woven fabrics with metal threads
Woven fabrics made with metal threads or yarn, used for clothing, furniture, or similar purposes
1 months, last: 2025-02-01
5903
5903-Textile fabrics coated or laminated with plastic
Fabrics treated with plastic for added durability, excluding tire cord fabrics
1 months, last: 2023-07-01
5907
5907-Treated or painted fabrics
Textile fabrics treated with chemicals, paints, or coatings, including painted canvas for theatrical scenery or studio backdrops
14 months, last: 2026-03-01
6204
6204-Women's or girls' clothing sets and separates
Includes suits, jackets, dresses, skirts, trousers, shorts, and more, made for women or girls. Not swimwear
1 months, last: 2021-04-01
6501
6501-Unshaped felt hat materials
Felt pieces like hat forms, hoods, and manchons used to make hats, not yet shaped or finished
3 months, last: 2025-07-01
6504
6504-Finished hats and headgear made from woven or assembled strips
Hats and headgear made by weaving or assembling strips of any material, which may be lined or trimmed
7 months, last: 2025-12-01
6505
6505-Knitted or crocheted hats and headgear, made from lace, felt, or other fabrics
Includes all types of hats and headgear, such as knitted caps, felt hats, and lace headpieces, whether lined or trimmed. Also includes hairnets made from any material
27 months, last: 2026-03-01
6507
6507-Headgear parts like headbands, hat frames, and chinstraps
Includes all types of hat accessories such as linings, covers, hat foundations, and peaks, used for making or repairing hats
1 months, last: 2022-04-01
6701
6701-Bird skins, feathers, down, and related products
Covers bird skins with feathers, loose feathers, down, and items made from them, excluding certain worked quills and scapes
1 months, last: 2025-02-01
6702
6702-Artificial flowers, leaves, and fruits
Includes all types of artificial flowers, leaves, and fruits, as well as items made from them, perfect for decoration and crafts
4 months, last: 2023-07-01
9403
9403-Various furniture and parts
General furniture and parts not covered under specific categories, such as office or household furniture
4 months, last: 2024-03-01
9606
9606-Buttons, fasteners, and parts
Includes all types of buttons, press-fasteners, snap-fasteners, press studs, button moulds, and button blanks
1 months, last: 2023-11-01
9612
9612-Typewriter and printer ribbons, ink pads
Includes all types of ribbons for typewriters and printers, whether inked or not, and ink pads, with or without boxes
1 months, last: 2018-03-01
Last exported products
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Last exported: 2026-03-01
Port: Dover / Eurotunnel
Transport: Roll on Roll off (RORO)
Price: £53.15 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2025-12-01
Port: East Midlands Airport
Transport: Air transport
Price: £104.36 per kg
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Last exported: 2025-10-01
Port: London Gateway Port
Country: Saudi Arabia
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £89.81 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2026-03-01
Port: Dover / Eurotunnel
Transport: Roll on Roll off (RORO)
Price: £8.01 per kg
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Last exported: 2026-03-01
Port: East Midlands Airport
Transport: Air transport
Price: £131.43 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2025-12-01
Port: Dover / Eurotunnel
Transport: Roll on Roll off (RORO)
Price: £23.07 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2026-03-01
Transport: Air transport
Price: £38.17 per kg
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Last exported: 2026-03-01
Transport: Air transport
Price: £53.29 per kg
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Last exported: 2026-03-01
Port: Manchester Airport
Country: Viet Nam
Transport: Air transport
Price: £41.98 per kg
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Last exported: 2025-12-01
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