Carrots and turnips imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $53.6 million of carrots and turnips in 2024 (61.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 204 countries for imports of this product. That is 29% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $53.6M | 61.3K t |
| 2023 | $41.4M | 48.2K t |
| 2022 | $19.6M | 26.1K t |
| 2021 | $33.8M | 50.1K t |
| 2020 | $32.0M | 46.9K t |
| 2019 | $29.2M | 39.1K t |
| 2018 | $33.1M | 43.0K t |
| 2017 | $28.4M | 38.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports carrots and turnips from
Most of the value came from Israel (24%), Spain (23%), France (14%). Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+468% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $13.0M | 24% |
| Spain | $12.2M | 23% |
| France | $7.8M | 15% |
| Italy | $5.3M | 9.9% |
| Netherlands | $5.3M | 9.9% |
| Portugal | $1.9M | 3.5% |
| Ireland | $1.9M | 3.5% |
| South Africa | $1.5M | 2.7% |
| Poland | $1.4M | 2.6% |
| China | $1.2M | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.87 per kg, 55% above the world average of $0.56. 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.
Carrots and turnips exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $8.4 million of carrots and turnips in 2024 (11.2 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Ireland accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $5.1M | 61% |
| Netherlands | $2.2M | 26% |
| United Arab Emirates | $406K | 4.9% |
| Germany | $181K | 2.2% |
| Hong Kong | $150K | 1.8% |
| Norway | $80K | 1% |
| Spain | $68K | 0.8% |
| France | $66K | 0.8% |
| Israel | $35K | 0.4% |
| Finland | $27K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom carrots and turnips imports (HS 0706.10): 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 0706.10: Vegetables, root: carrots and turnips, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of carrots and turnips imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported carrots and turnips worth $53.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 61.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 204 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply carrots and turnips to the United Kingdom?
Israel was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($13.0 million), followed by Spain (23%) and France (14%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 468% on the year.
What is the average import price of carrots and turnips per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.87 per kg in 2024, 55% above the world average of $0.56 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of carrots and turnips to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.4 million in 2017 to $53.6 million in 2024, an increase of 89%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $33.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export carrots and turnips?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $8.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the Netherlands and the United Arab Emirates. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $45.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for carrots and turnips?
The HS code for carrots and turnips is subheading 0706.10. It sits in HS chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0706 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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