It's no surprise that our island nation is a huge exporter of goods to consumers around the world.

Explore how, even in difficult economic times, British sellers are thriving - and selling to the globe.

British clothing and accessories top the bill for buyers in the US, with UK fashion labels a continued hit with American buyers.

Buyers in Germany also hunt out British fashion - but also look to the UK as a source of parts for their vehicles.

Parts and accessories for motors top the billing in France, where British sellers export eight items every minute.

Italian shoppers come for a great deal on a mobile phone. On average, British traders export four items a minute to Italy from our UK marketplace.

Three items a minute are sold by an eBay seller to a customer Down Under - a long way to travel for British clothing and vehicle parts.