Acetaldehyde imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of acetaldehyde by the United Kingdom reached $3.4 million in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 117 countries for imports of this product. That is 76% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
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 | $3.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $1.9M | 796 t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 877 t |
| 2021 | $948K | 268 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 530 t |
| 2019 | $969K | 311 t |
| 2018 | $1.1M | 91 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 90 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports acetaldehyde from
China alone supplied 63% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+129% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.1M | 63% |
| India | $564K | 17% |
| Germany | $521K | 15% |
| United States | $99K | 2.9% |
| France | $69K | 2% |
| Belgium | $11K | 0.3% |
| Slovenia | $3K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.16 per kg, 60% above the world average of $1.35. 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.
Acetaldehyde exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.3 million of acetaldehyde in 2024 (41 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 50 countries. Most of it went to Indonesia (15%), Germany (13%), Turkey (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Slovenia grew fastest (+445% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $196K | 15% |
| Germany | $177K | 14% |
| Turkey | $158K | 12% |
| Singapore | $108K | 8.2% |
| Brazil | $105K | 7.9% |
| Italy | $88K | 6.7% |
| Slovenia | $82K | 6.3% |
| Mexico | $73K | 5.5% |
| Spain | $64K | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $44K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom acetaldehyde imports (HS 2912.12): 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 2912.12: Aldehydes: acyclic, without other oxygen function, ethanal (acetaldehyde).
Common questions
What is the value of acetaldehyde imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported acetaldehyde worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 117 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 76% on 2023.
Which countries supply acetaldehyde to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by India (17%) and Germany (15%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 137% on the year.
What is the average import price of acetaldehyde per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.16 per kg in 2024, 60% above the world average of $1.35 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of acetaldehyde to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of 169%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export acetaldehyde?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Indonesia, Germany and Turkey. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for acetaldehyde?
The HS code for acetaldehyde is subheading 2912.12. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2912 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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