Adipic acid imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $13.6 million of adipic acid in 2024 (5.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 19% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $23.9 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 | $13.6M | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $16.9M | 6.2K t |
| 2022 | $22.1M | 8.0K t |
| 2021 | $19.1M | 8.8K t |
| 2020 | $15.0M | 13.3K t |
| 2019 | $18.4M | 12.6K t |
| 2018 | $23.9M | 15.4K t |
| 2017 | $21.9M | 15.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports adipic acid from
Most of the value came from Germany (41%), United States (18%), France (14%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $5.6M | 41% |
| United States | $2.5M | 18% |
| France | $1.9M | 14% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 12% |
| Poland | $570K | 4.2% |
| China | $497K | 3.6% |
| Spain | $417K | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $326K | 2.4% |
| South Korea | $120K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $49K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.50 per kg, 58% above the world average of $1.58. 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.
Adipic acid exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported adipic acid worth $5.7 million (1.7 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Germany (40%), Norway (16%), Belgium (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+298% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.3M | 40% |
| Norway | $921K | 16% |
| Belgium | $450K | 7.8% |
| Israel | $416K | 7.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $386K | 6.7% |
| United States | $187K | 3.3% |
| Spain | $157K | 2.7% |
| France | $154K | 2.7% |
| Poland | $138K | 2.4% |
| Italy | $119K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom adipic acid imports (HS 2917.12): 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 2917.12: Acids: acyclic polycarboxylic acids: adipic acid, its salts and esters.
Common questions
What is the value of adipic acid imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported adipic acid worth $13.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 24th of 115 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply adipic acid to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($5.6 million), followed by the United States (18%) and France (14%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 18 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of adipic acid per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.50 per kg in 2024, 58% above the world average of $1.58 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of adipic acid to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.9 million in 2017 to $13.6 million in 2024, a fall of 38%. The peak was 2018 at $23.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export adipic acid?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $5.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Norway and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $7.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for adipic acid?
The HS code for adipic acid is subheading 2917.12. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2917 page.
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