Cellulose ethers (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported cellulose ethers (other) worth $67.8 million (7.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 12% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $97.7 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 | $67.8M | 7.7K t |
| 2023 | $76.8M | 8.5K t |
| 2022 | $92.4M | 9.9K t |
| 2021 | $73.3M | 6.9K t |
| 2020 | $97.5M | 10.9K t |
| 2019 | $97.7M | 12.0K t |
| 2018 | $76.0M | 8.8K t |
| 2017 | $66.2M | 8.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports cellulose ethers (other) from
Most of the value came from Germany (33%), United States (18%), Netherlands (10%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+116% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $22.4M | 33% |
| United States | $12.5M | 18% |
| Netherlands | $6.9M | 10% |
| Sweden | $6.3M | 9.2% |
| China | $5.3M | 7.9% |
| South Korea | $4.8M | 7.1% |
| Belgium | $4.5M | 6.7% |
| Japan | $1.6M | 2.3% |
| Ireland | $1.2M | 1.7% |
| India | $1.1M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.84 per kg, 44% above the world average of $6.16. 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.
Cellulose ethers (other) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of cellulose ethers (other) by the United Kingdom reached $13.9 million in 2024 (684 tonnes). Most of it went to France (23%), United States (11%), Spain (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+356% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.3M | 23% |
| United States | $1.6M | 11% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 8.9% |
| Poland | $1.1M | 7.7% |
| Jordan | $978K | 7% |
| Egypt | $733K | 5.3% |
| Israel | $529K | 3.8% |
| Russia | $487K | 3.5% |
| Ireland | $430K | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $289K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cellulose ethers (other) imports (HS 3912.39): 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 3912.39: Cellulose ethers: (other than carboxymethylcellulose and its salts), in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of cellulose ethers (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported cellulose ethers (other) worth $67.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 183 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply cellulose ethers (other) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($22.4 million), followed by the United States (18%) and the Netherlands (10%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 116% on the year.
What is the average import price of cellulose ethers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.84 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $6.16 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cellulose ethers (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $66.2 million in 2017 to $67.8 million in 2024, an increase of 2%. The peak was 2019 at $97.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $81.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export cellulose ethers (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $13.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the United States and Spain. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $53.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for cellulose ethers (other)?
The HS code for cellulose ethers (other) is subheading 3912.39. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3912 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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