Chemical waste (municipal) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $28.3 million of chemical waste (municipal) in 2024 (1.64 million tonnes). It ranks 1st of 59 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 23% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $37.0 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 | $28.3M | 1.64M t |
| 2023 | $37.0M | 1.60M t |
| 2022 | $24.0M | 1.39M t |
| 2021 | $20.5M | 1.39M t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 41.5K t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 70.3K t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 68.9K t |
| 2017 | $7.3M | 240.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports chemical waste (municipal) to
Most of it went to Sweden (46%), Latvia (24%), Norway (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Denmark grew fastest (+701% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $13.2M | 47% |
| Latvia | $6.9M | 24% |
| Norway | $1.7M | 5.9% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 4.2% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 3.9% |
| Senegal | $1.1M | 3.8% |
| Denmark | $803K | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $506K | 1.8% |
| Portugal | $454K | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $339K | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.02 per kg, close to the world average of $0.02.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind United Kingdom chemical waste (municipal) exports (HS 3825.10): 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 3825.10: Residual products of the chemical or allied industries, not elsewhere specified or included: municipal waste.
Common questions
What is the value of chemical waste (municipal) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported chemical waste (municipal) worth $28.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.64 million tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 59 countries worldwide, with 37% of world exports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries buy chemical waste (municipal) from the United Kingdom?
Sweden was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($13.2 million), followed by Latvia (24%) and Norway (6%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 21 buyer countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 701% on the year.
What is the average export price of chemical waste (municipal) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.02 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of chemical waste (municipal) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.3 million in 2017 to $28.3 million in 2024, an increase of 285%. The peak was 2023 at $37.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for chemical waste (municipal)?
The HS code for chemical waste (municipal) is subheading 3825.10. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3825 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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