Canola meal imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of canola meal by the United Kingdom reached $117.0 million in 2024 (358.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 77 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 13% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average.
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 | $117.0M | 358.9K t |
| 2023 | $103.9M | 285.4K t |
| 2022 | $59.3M | 162.0K t |
| 2021 | $92.2M | 293.2K t |
| 2020 | $108.9M | 419.9K t |
| 2019 | $65.0M | 239.0K t |
| 2018 | $47.6M | 175.5K t |
| 2017 | $48.8M | 192.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports canola meal from
The largest suppliers were Germany (26%), Belgium (25%), France (17%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+221% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $30.1M | 26% |
| Belgium | $29.2M | 25% |
| France | $19.6M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $13.8M | 12% |
| Ireland | $8.2M | 7% |
| Poland | $5.4M | 4.6% |
| Spain | $4.9M | 4.2% |
| China | $2.6M | 2.2% |
| Romania | $2.0M | 1.7% |
| Portugal | $1.1M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.33 per kg, close to the world average of $0.33.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Canola meal exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $10.1 million of canola meal in 2024 (36.5 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $5.8M | 58% |
| Ireland | $3.4M | 34% |
| Germany | $457K | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $382K | 3.8% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
| Indonesia | $0K | 0% |
| Serbia | $0K | 0% |
| Hungary | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom canola meal imports (HS 2306.41): 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 2306.41: Oil-cake and other solid residues: whether or not ground or in the form of pellets, resulting from the extraction of low erucic acid rape or colza seed oils.
Common questions
What is the value of canola meal imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported canola meal worth $117.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 358.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 77 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply canola meal to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($30.1 million), followed by Belgium (25%) and France (17%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 221% on the year.
What is the average import price of canola meal per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.33 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.33 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of canola meal to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $48.8 million in 2017 to $117.0 million in 2024, an increase of 140%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $80.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export canola meal?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $10.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Ireland and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $106.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for canola meal?
The HS code for canola meal is subheading 2306.41. It sits in HS chapter 23 (food industries, residues and wastes thereof; prepared animal fodder). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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