Butadiene and isoprene imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of butadiene and isoprene by the United Kingdom reached $13.9 million in 2024 (14.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 58% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $84.8 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 | $13.9M | 14.6K t |
| 2023 | $32.7M | 31.1K t |
| 2022 | $75.8M | 59.2K t |
| 2021 | $84.8M | 76.5K t |
| 2020 | $30.3M | 42.2K t |
| 2019 | $43.8M | 44.2K t |
| 2018 | $66.9M | 56.5K t |
| 2017 | $60.2M | 50.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports butadiene and isoprene from
The largest suppliers were Belgium (25%), South Korea (23%), Germany (22%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $3.5M | 25% |
| South Korea | $3.3M | 24% |
| Germany | $3.0M | 22% |
| Netherlands | $2.8M | 21% |
| France | $1.3M | 9.1% |
| China | $28K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.95 per kg, close to the world average of $1.18.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Butadiene and isoprene exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported butadiene and isoprene worth $474 thousand (374 tonnes). Netherlands alone took 85% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $404K | 85% |
| Poland | $20K | 4.3% |
| United States | $19K | 4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $13K | 2.8% |
| Gabon | $9K | 1.8% |
| Denmark | $3K | 0.6% |
| Ukraine | $2K | 0.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $2K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $1K | 0.3% |
| Thailand | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom butadiene and isoprene imports (HS 2901.24): 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 2901.24: Acyclic hydrocarbons: unsaturated, buta-1,3-diene and isoprene.
Common questions
What is the value of butadiene and isoprene imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported butadiene and isoprene worth $13.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 60 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 58% on 2023.
Which countries supply butadiene and isoprene to the United Kingdom?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by South Korea (23%) and Germany (22%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 6 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 42% on the year.
What is the average import price of butadiene and isoprene per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.95 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $1.18 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of butadiene and isoprene to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $60.2 million in 2017 to $13.9 million in 2024, a fall of 77%. The peak was 2021 at $84.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $51.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export butadiene and isoprene?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $474 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Poland and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $13.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for butadiene and isoprene?
The HS code for butadiene and isoprene is subheading 2901.24. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2901 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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