Bamboo chopsticks imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of bamboo chopsticks by the United Kingdom reached $2.1 million in 2024 (988 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 9% 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 | $2.1M | 988 t |
| 2023 | $1.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 846 t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 644 t |
| 2020 | $1.1M | 411 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 935 t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 790 t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 760 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports bamboo chopsticks from
China alone supplied 87% of it. Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 87% |
| Japan | $160K | 7.5% |
| Denmark | $19K | 0.9% |
| Hong Kong | $17K | 0.8% |
| Germany | $16K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $15K | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $10K | 0.5% |
| Sweden | $8K | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $7K | 0.3% |
| New Zealand | $7K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.14 per kg, 29% above the world average of $1.66. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom bamboo chopsticks imports (HS 4419.12): 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 4419.12: Tableware and kitchenware, of wood: of bamboo, chopsticks.
Common questions
What is the value of bamboo chopsticks imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported bamboo chopsticks worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 988 tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 186 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply bamboo chopsticks to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Japan (8%) and Denmark (1%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 414% on the year.
What is the average import price of bamboo chopsticks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.14 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $1.66 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of bamboo chopsticks to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. The peak was 2022 at $2.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for bamboo chopsticks?
The HS code for bamboo chopsticks is subheading 4419.12. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4419 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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