Gin trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in gin was worth $1.59 billion in 2024, about 274.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 40% since 2017, and down 7% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.59B | 274.3K t |
| 2023 | $1.70B | 263.0K t |
| 2022 | $1.86B | 367.8K t |
| 2021 | $1.52B | 299.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.29B | 213.2K t |
| 2019 | $1.54B | 251.8K t |
| 2018 | $1.67B | 213.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.14B | 181.7K t |
Top gin exporting countries
Exports are led by the United Kingdom (56%), Germany (6%) and Spain (5%). 145 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 67%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $889.4M | 56% |
| Germany | $96.6M | 6.1% |
| Spain | $77.2M | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $71.8M | 4.5% |
| United States | $70.3M | 4.4% |
| France | $58.8M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $48.2M | 3% |
| Japan | $28.5M | 1.8% |
| Canada | $28.3M | 1.8% |
| Belgium | $26.5M | 1.7% |
| Ireland | $21.1M | 1.3% |
| South Africa | $17.0M | 1.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 21% of world imports, ahead of Italy and Spain. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 38% across 222 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $339.7M | 21% |
| Italy | $174.8M | 11% |
| Spain | $95.0M | 6% |
| Germany | $80.3M | 5.1% |
| Netherlands | $52.6M | 3.3% |
| France | $46.7M | 2.9% |
| Belgium | $42.1M | 2.7% |
| Canada | $39.1M | 2.5% |
| Australia | $36.8M | 2.3% |
| Greece | $29.8M | 1.9% |
| Turkey | $26.2M | 1.7% |
| Denmark | $23.4M | 1.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $5.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $10.99 per kg and the United States $2.94 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Gin (HS 2208.50) importers and exporters, worldwide: 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 2208.50: Gin and geneva. HS 2208 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most gin?
The United Kingdom exported $889.4 million in 2024, 56% of the world total, followed by Germany (6%) and Spain (5%). In all, 145 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most gin?
The United States imported $339.7 million in 2024, 21% of world imports, ahead of Italy (11%) and Spain (6%). The top three importers together take 38%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in gin?
It was worth $1.59 billion in 2024, about 274.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 40% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.86 billion. 145 countries reported exports and 222 reported imports.
What is the average price of gin per kg?
The world average declared value was about $5.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Netherlands averaged $10.99 per kg and the United States $2.94 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for gin?
The HS code for gin is subheading 2208.50, in chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 2208 page.
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