Caviar substitute imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $9.0 million of caviar substitute in 2024 (304 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. That is 4% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $9.0M | 304 t |
| 2023 | $8.7M | 303 t |
| 2022 | $7.8M | 274 t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 193 t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 365 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 266 t |
| 2018 | $4.4M | 321 t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 306 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports caviar substitute from
Most of the value came from Germany (22%), Ireland (11%), Sweden (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 42%. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+310% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.0M | 22% |
| Ireland | $965K | 11% |
| Sweden | $850K | 9.4% |
| Spain | $753K | 8.3% |
| Denmark | $746K | 8.3% |
| Poland | $478K | 5.3% |
| United States | $458K | 5.1% |
| Iceland | $447K | 4.9% |
| Latvia | $393K | 4.4% |
| France | $391K | 4.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $29.70 per kg, 83% above the world average of $16.25. 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.
Caviar substitute exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $993 thousand of caviar substitute in 2024 (184 tonnes). Most of it went to South Korea (45%), Japan (18%), Qatar (14%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $444K | 45% |
| Japan | $183K | 18% |
| Qatar | $135K | 14% |
| Australia | $130K | 13% |
| Uzbekistan | $40K | 4.1% |
| Bonaire | $22K | 2.2% |
| Cayman Isds | $16K | 1.6% |
| Switzerland | $10K | 1% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.3% |
| Ireland | $3K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom caviar substitute imports (HS 1604.32): 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 1604.32: Fish preparations: caviar substitutes, prepared from fish eggs.
Common questions
What is the value of caviar substitute imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported caviar substitute worth $9.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 304 tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 163 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply caviar substitute to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Ireland (11%) and Sweden (9%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 310% on the year.
What is the average import price of caviar substitute per kg?
The average declared import value was about $29.70 per kg in 2024, 83% above the world average of $16.25 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of caviar substitute to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $9.0 million in 2024, an increase of 173%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export caviar substitute?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $993 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Korea, Japan and Qatar. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $8.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for caviar substitute?
The HS code for caviar substitute is subheading 1604.32. It sits in HS chapter 16 (meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1604 page.
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