Acetic acid salts (other) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of acetic acid salts (other) by the United Kingdom reached $22.3 million in 2024 (4.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 87 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $37.9 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $22.3M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $21.9M | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $26.6M | 5.5K t |
| 2021 | $37.9M | 7.4K t |
| 2020 | $15.5M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $27.7M | 4.9K t |
| 2018 | $23.8M | 6.6K t |
| 2017 | $18.7M | 7.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports acetic acid salts (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (22%), United States (11%), Mexico (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $5.0M | 22% |
| United States | $2.3M | 11% |
| Mexico | $2.2M | 9.9% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 8.9% |
| Austria | $1.5M | 6.9% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 5% |
| Brazil | $934K | 4.2% |
| Sweden | $853K | 3.8% |
| France | $794K | 3.6% |
| Belgium | $646K | 2.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.87 per kg, 141% above the world average of $2.02. 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.
Acetic acid salts (other) imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported acetic acid salts (other) worth $7.9 million (2.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Netherlands (41%), China (20%), United States (12%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+150% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $3.2M | 41% |
| China | $1.6M | 20% |
| United States | $955K | 12% |
| France | $717K | 9.1% |
| Germany | $577K | 7.3% |
| India | $223K | 2.8% |
| Czech Republic | $122K | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $114K | 1.5% |
| New Zealand | $92K | 1.2% |
| Canada | $69K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom acetic acid salts (other) exports (HS 2915.29): 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 2915.29: Acids: saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: acetic acid and its salts n.e.c. in item no. 2915.2.
Common questions
What is the value of acetic acid salts (other) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported acetic acid salts (other) worth $22.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 87 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy acetic acid salts (other) from the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 22% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by the United States (11%) and Mexico (10%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 69 buyer countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 72% on the year.
What is the average export price of acetic acid salts (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.87 per kg in 2024, 141% above the world average of $2.02 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of acetic acid salts (other) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $18.7 million in 2017 to $22.3 million in 2024, an increase of 19%. The peak was 2021 at $37.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import acetic acid salts (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $7.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands, China and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $14.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for acetic acid salts (other)?
The HS code for acetic acid salts (other) is subheading 2915.29. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2915 page.
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