Chemical waste (other) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of chemical waste (other) by the United Kingdom reached $3.9 million in 2024 (160.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 104 countries. Value rose 56% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average.
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 | $3.9M | 160.1K t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 148.5K t |
| 2022 | $2.7M | 136.5K t |
| 2021 | $2.1M | 32.2K t |
| 2020 | $856K | 623 t |
| 2019 | $821K | 11.1K t |
| 2018 | $788K | 6.3K t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 26.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports chemical waste (other) to
Most of it went to Netherlands (28%), United States (26%), Portugal (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Sweden grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 28% |
| United States | $1.0M | 26% |
| Portugal | $712K | 18% |
| Lithuania | $612K | 16% |
| Israel | $140K | 3.6% |
| Sweden | $56K | 1.4% |
| France | $53K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $48K | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $46K | 1.2% |
| Ireland | $36K | 0.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.02 per kg, 75% below the world average of $0.08, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Chemical waste (other) imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of chemical waste (other) by the United Kingdom reached $284 thousand in 2024 (35 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Japan (37%), United States (19%), Netherlands (15%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+320% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $105K | 37% |
| United States | $55K | 19% |
| Netherlands | $43K | 15% |
| China | $34K | 12% |
| South Korea | $7K | 2.4% |
| Ireland | $7K | 2.3% |
| Sweden | $5K | 1.8% |
| Belgium | $4K | 1.5% |
| Canada | $4K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $4K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom chemical waste (other) exports (HS 3825.90): 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 3825.90: Residual products of the chemical or allied industries, not elsewhere specified or included: n.e.c. in 3825 or 27.10.
Common questions
What is the value of chemical waste (other) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported chemical waste (other) worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 160.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 104 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 56% on 2023.
Which countries buy chemical waste (other) from the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 28% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by the United States (26%) and Portugal (18%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 30 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 98% on the year.
What is the average export price of chemical waste (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.02 per kg in 2024, 75% below the world average of $0.08 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of chemical waste (other) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 284%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import chemical waste (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $284 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, the United States and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for chemical waste (other)?
The HS code for chemical waste (other) is subheading 3825.90. 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?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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