Calcium carbonate exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of calcium carbonate by the United Kingdom reached $26.5 million in 2024 (27.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $38.3 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26.5M | 27.8K t |
| 2023 | $26.0M | 27.0K t |
| 2022 | $38.3M | 43.3K t |
| 2021 | $35.5M | 51.5K t |
| 2020 | $34.1M | 57.3K t |
| 2019 | $35.2M | 63.5K t |
| 2018 | $34.2M | 62.2K t |
| 2017 | $35.7M | 62.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports calcium carbonate to
The largest buyer markets were United States (20%), Germany (10%), Belgium (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+184% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.3M | 20% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 9.8% |
| Belgium | $2.4M | 9.1% |
| India | $2.2M | 8.3% |
| France | $2.1M | 7.8% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 7.2% |
| China | $1.5M | 5.6% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 4.3% |
| Switzerland | $982K | 3.7% |
| Poland | $750K | 2.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.95 per kg, 352% above the world average of $0.21. 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.
Calcium carbonate imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of calcium carbonate by the United Kingdom reached $6.8 million in 2024 (15.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were France (39%), Belgium (15%), China (13%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+159% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.6M | 39% |
| Belgium | $1.0M | 15% |
| China | $872K | 13% |
| Egypt | $512K | 7.6% |
| Germany | $342K | 5.1% |
| Denmark | $252K | 3.7% |
| Italy | $216K | 3.2% |
| Norway | $187K | 2.8% |
| India | $133K | 2% |
| United States | $95K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom calcium carbonate exports (HS 2836.50): 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 2836.50: Carbonates: calcium carbonate.
Common questions
What is the value of calcium carbonate exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported calcium carbonate worth $26.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 125 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy calcium carbonate from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 20% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by Germany (10%) and Belgium (9%). The top three together account for 39%, out of 71 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 184% on the year.
What is the average export price of calcium carbonate per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.95 per kg in 2024, 352% above the world average of $0.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of calcium carbonate from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $35.7 million in 2017 to $26.5 million in 2024, a fall of 26%. The peak was 2022 at $38.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import calcium carbonate?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $6.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Belgium and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $19.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for calcium carbonate?
The HS code for calcium carbonate is subheading 2836.50. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2836 page.
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