Butylglycol ethers imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $24.0 million of butylglycol ethers in 2024 (15.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 157 countries. Value rose 12% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $32.2 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 | $24.0M | 15.5K t |
| 2023 | $21.4M | 14.1K t |
| 2022 | $32.2M | 14.3K t |
| 2021 | $22.5M | 10.4K t |
| 2020 | $11.9M | 14.5K t |
| 2019 | $17.7M | 16.6K t |
| 2018 | $20.4M | 15.5K t |
| 2017 | $16.4M | 13.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports butylglycol ethers from
The largest suppliers were United States (49%), Germany (29%), France (13%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $11.8M | 49% |
| Germany | $6.9M | 29% |
| France | $3.1M | 13% |
| Ireland | $783K | 3.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $456K | 1.9% |
| Belgium | $386K | 1.6% |
| China | $133K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $118K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $101K | 0.4% |
| South Korea | $87K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.54 per kg, close to the world average of $1.35.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Butylglycol ethers exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.6 million of butylglycol ethers in 2024 (566 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (22%), Italy (13%), Belgium (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+284% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $355K | 23% |
| Italy | $206K | 13% |
| Belgium | $165K | 11% |
| France | $137K | 8.7% |
| Netherlands | $107K | 6.7% |
| Norway | $55K | 3.5% |
| Ireland | $51K | 3.3% |
| Spain | $51K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $50K | 3.2% |
| Kazakhstan | $43K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom butylglycol ethers imports (HS 2909.43): 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 2909.43: Ether-alcohols and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives: monobutyl ethers of ethylene glycol or of diethylene glycol.
Common questions
What is the value of butylglycol ethers imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported butylglycol ethers worth $24.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 157 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply butylglycol ethers to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($11.8 million), followed by Germany (29%) and France (13%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 223% on the year.
What is the average import price of butylglycol ethers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.54 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $1.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of butylglycol ethers to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.4 million in 2017 to $24.0 million in 2024, an increase of 47%. The peak was 2022 at $32.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export butylglycol ethers?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Italy and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $22.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for butylglycol ethers?
The HS code for butylglycol ethers is subheading 2909.43. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2909 page.
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