Aromatic ethers imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of aromatic ethers by the United Kingdom reached $10.0 million in 2024 (3.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 5% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $20.2 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 | $10.0M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $10.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $11.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $7.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $7.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $12.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $20.2M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $12.5M | 3.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports aromatic ethers from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Indonesia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.3M | 53% |
| China | $1.9M | 19% |
| Germany | $659K | 6.6% |
| Indonesia | $619K | 6.2% |
| Netherlands | $501K | 5% |
| India | $338K | 3.4% |
| Spain | $319K | 3.2% |
| Italy | $151K | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $73K | 0.7% |
| Switzerland | $50K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.56 per kg, 72% below the world average of $9.23, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aromatic ethers exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.4 million of aromatic ethers in 2024 (74 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Switzerland (21%), United States (12%), Indonesia (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $307K | 21% |
| United States | $179K | 12% |
| Indonesia | $137K | 9.5% |
| South Korea | $87K | 6% |
| Ireland | $72K | 5% |
| Belgium | $67K | 4.7% |
| Mexico | $64K | 4.4% |
| Netherlands | $63K | 4.4% |
| Kenya | $52K | 3.6% |
| Singapore | $49K | 3.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom aromatic ethers imports (HS 2909.30): 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 2909.30: Ethers: aromatic, and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives.
Common questions
What is the value of aromatic ethers imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported aromatic ethers worth $10.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 141 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply aromatic ethers to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by China (19%) and Germany (7%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 163% on the year.
What is the average import price of aromatic ethers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.56 per kg in 2024, 72% below the world average of $9.23 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of aromatic ethers to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.5 million in 2017 to $10.0 million in 2024, a fall of 20%. The peak was 2018 at $20.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export aromatic ethers?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, the United States and Indonesia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $8.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for aromatic ethers?
The HS code for aromatic ethers is subheading 2909.30. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2909 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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