Amphoteric surfactant exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of amphoteric surfactant by the United Kingdom reached $56.9 million in 2024 (23.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 134 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $56.9M | 23.9K t |
| 2023 | $56.8M | 23.5K t |
| 2022 | $63.9M | 28.7K t |
| 2021 | $61.1M | 29.7K t |
| 2020 | $67.3M | 28.1K t |
| 2019 | $56.9M | 24.8K t |
| 2018 | $59.8M | 27.2K t |
| 2017 | $56.0M | 27.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports amphoteric surfactant to
Most of it went to France (13%), Netherlands (11%), Poland (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 32%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $7.5M | 13% |
| Netherlands | $6.0M | 11% |
| Poland | $4.5M | 8% |
| Germany | $3.9M | 6.8% |
| Spain | $3.8M | 6.8% |
| Belgium | $2.6M | 4.6% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 3.6% |
| United States | $2.0M | 3.5% |
| Norway | $1.8M | 3.2% |
| Czech Republic | $1.7M | 3.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.38 per kg, 35% above the world average of $1.76. 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.
Amphoteric surfactant imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $50.4 million of amphoteric surfactant in 2024 (20.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 216 countries. One supplier dominates: Belgium accounted for 64% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Greece grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $32.3M | 64% |
| United States | $4.7M | 9.3% |
| Germany | $3.5M | 7% |
| France | $2.5M | 5% |
| Greece | $1.9M | 3.8% |
| Spain | $1.3M | 2.6% |
| China | $1.1M | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $482K | 1% |
| Czech Republic | $382K | 0.8% |
| South Korea | $369K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom amphoteric surfactant exports (HS 3402.19): 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 3402.19: Organic surface-active agents: whether or not put up for retail sale, n.e.c. in heading no. 3402.
Common questions
What is the value of amphoteric surfactant exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported amphoteric surfactant worth $56.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 134 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries buy amphoteric surfactant from the United Kingdom?
France was the largest buyer with 13% of the value ($7.5 million), followed by the Netherlands (11%) and Poland (8%). The top three together account for 32%, out of 112 buyer countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 14% on the year.
What is the average export price of amphoteric surfactant per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.38 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $1.76 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of amphoteric surfactant from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $56.0 million in 2017 to $56.9 million in 2024, an increase of 2%. The peak was 2020 at $67.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $59.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import amphoteric surfactant?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $50.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Belgium, the United States and Germany. That compares with exports of $56.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for amphoteric surfactant?
The HS code for amphoteric surfactant is subheading 3402.19. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3402 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
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