Apples imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported apples worth $421.2 million (324.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 220 countries. That is 17% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $421.2M | 324.1K t |
| 2023 | $359.3M | 286.7K t |
| 2022 | $361.6M | 320.5K t |
| 2021 | $409.2M | 333.4K t |
| 2020 | $409.0M | 349.0K t |
| 2019 | $387.0M | 342.8K t |
| 2018 | $457.1M | 393.0K t |
| 2017 | $442.6M | 497.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports apples from
The largest suppliers were France (32%), South Africa (21%), Italy (14%). Among the main suppliers, Chile grew fastest (+129% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $136.3M | 32% |
| South Africa | $88.6M | 21% |
| Italy | $58.1M | 14% |
| New Zealand | $33.6M | 8% |
| Chile | $23.1M | 5.5% |
| Poland | $23.0M | 5.5% |
| Spain | $19.2M | 4.6% |
| Serbia | $8.9M | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $5.8M | 1.4% |
| Ireland | $4.8M | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.30 per kg, 25% above the world average of $1.04. 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.
Apples exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of apples by the United Kingdom reached $6.4 million in 2024 (5.8 thousand tonnes). Ireland alone took 57% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+70% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $3.6M | 57% |
| Nigeria | $657K | 10% |
| France | $428K | 6.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $217K | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $216K | 3.4% |
| Qatar | $156K | 2.5% |
| Oman | $132K | 2.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $132K | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $123K | 1.9% |
| Kuwait | $90K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom apples imports (HS 0808.10): 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 0808.10: Fruit, edible: apples, fresh.
Common questions
What is the value of apples imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported apples worth $421.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 324.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 220 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply apples to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($136.3 million), followed by South Africa (21%) and Italy (14%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Chile grew fastest among the top ten, up 129% on the year.
What is the average import price of apples per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.30 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $1.04 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of apples to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $442.6 million in 2017 to $421.2 million in 2024, a fall of 5%. The peak was 2018 at $457.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $405.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export apples?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $6.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Nigeria and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $414.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for apples?
The HS code for apples is subheading 0808.10. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0808 page.
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