Benzothiazole compounds imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported benzothiazole compounds worth $8.1 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 15% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $22.3 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 | $8.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $9.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $12.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $15.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $20.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $22.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $15.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $11.1M | 2.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports benzothiazole compounds from
The largest suppliers were China (36%), India (32%), Spain (18%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.9M | 36% |
| India | $2.6M | 32% |
| Spain | $1.5M | 18% |
| Belgium | $625K | 7.7% |
| United States | $177K | 2.2% |
| Germany | $159K | 2% |
| Japan | $69K | 0.9% |
| France | $45K | 0.6% |
| Greece | $19K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $15K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.09 per kg, 56% above the world average of $3.91. 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.
Benzothiazole compounds exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported benzothiazole compounds worth $1.7 million (154 tonnes). Most of it went to Italy (23%), Uruguay (20%), Sweden (9%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $389K | 23% |
| Uruguay | $334K | 20% |
| Sweden | $158K | 9.3% |
| Netherlands | $152K | 8.9% |
| France | $99K | 5.8% |
| United States | $80K | 4.7% |
| Turkey | $68K | 4% |
| Germany | $66K | 3.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $61K | 3.6% |
| India | $59K | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom benzothiazole compounds imports (HS 2934.20): 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 2934.20: Heterocyclic compounds: containing in the structure, a benzothiazole ring-system (whether or not hydrogenated), not further fused.
Common questions
What is the value of benzothiazole compounds imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported benzothiazole compounds worth $8.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 125 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply benzothiazole compounds to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by India (32%) and Spain (18%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Greece grew fastest among the top ten, up 772% on the year.
What is the average import price of benzothiazole compounds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.09 per kg in 2024, 56% above the world average of $3.91 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of benzothiazole compounds to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.1 million in 2017 to $8.1 million in 2024, a fall of 27%. The peak was 2019 at $22.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export benzothiazole compounds?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Uruguay and Sweden. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $6.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for benzothiazole compounds?
The HS code for benzothiazole compounds is subheading 2934.20. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2934 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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