Acrylic acid esters imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $75.7 million of acrylic acid esters in 2024 (32.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 16% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $131.9 million.
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 | $75.7M | 32.9K t |
| 2023 | $90.5M | 37.5K t |
| 2022 | $131.9M | 43.0K t |
| 2021 | $117.9M | 46.2K t |
| 2020 | $82.3M | 50.0K t |
| 2019 | $89.2M | 46.8K t |
| 2018 | $91.2M | 44.5K t |
| 2017 | $85.2M | 50.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports acrylic acid esters from
Most of the value came from France (36%), Belgium (18%), Czech Republic (10%). Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $27.3M | 36% |
| Belgium | $13.5M | 18% |
| Czech Republic | $7.4M | 9.8% |
| Germany | $7.0M | 9.3% |
| Japan | $5.5M | 7.2% |
| United States | $5.2M | 6.9% |
| Taiwan | $3.3M | 4.4% |
| South Africa | $2.1M | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $1.9M | 2.5% |
| China | $1.2M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.30 per kg, 34% above the world average of $1.72. 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.
Acrylic acid esters exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of acrylic acid esters by the United Kingdom reached $13.2 million in 2024 (6.1 thousand tonnes). Finland alone took 54% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+75% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | $7.1M | 54% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $707K | 5.4% |
| Hungary | $493K | 3.7% |
| Israel | $450K | 3.4% |
| Spain | $411K | 3.1% |
| France | $350K | 2.7% |
| Norway | $273K | 2.1% |
| Austria | $267K | 2% |
| Brazil | $235K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom acrylic acid esters imports (HS 2916.12): 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 2916.12: Acids: unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: esters of acrylic acid.
Common questions
What is the value of acrylic acid esters imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported acrylic acid esters worth $75.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 32.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 127 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply acrylic acid esters to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($27.3 million), followed by Belgium (18%) and the Czech Republic (10%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 35% on the year.
What is the average import price of acrylic acid esters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.30 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $1.72 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of acrylic acid esters to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $85.2 million in 2017 to $75.7 million in 2024, a fall of 11%. The peak was 2022 at $131.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $95.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export acrylic acid esters?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $13.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Finland, Germany and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $62.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for acrylic acid esters?
The HS code for acrylic acid esters is subheading 2916.12. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2916 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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