Chlorodifluoromethane imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported chlorodifluoromethane worth $11.0 million (5.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 138 countries. Value fell 38% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $24.7 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 | $11.0M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $17.8M | 5.8K t |
| 2022 | $24.7M | 7.4K t |
| 2021 | $18.6M | 8.0K t |
| 2020 | $13.3M | 5.8K t |
| 2019 | $19.0M | 8.5K t |
| 2018 | $5.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 1.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports chlorodifluoromethane from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 90% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.9M | 90% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 9.8% |
| India | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.18 per kg, 22% below the world average of $2.78, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom chlorodifluoromethane imports (HS 2903.71): 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 2903.71: Halogenated derivatives of acyclic hydrocarbons containing two or more different halogens: chlorodifluoromethane.
Common questions
What is the value of chlorodifluoromethane imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported chlorodifluoromethane worth $11.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 138 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply chlorodifluoromethane to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($9.9 million), followed by the Netherlands (10%) and India (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 16% on the year.
What is the average import price of chlorodifluoromethane per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.18 per kg in 2024, 22% below the world average of $2.78 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of chlorodifluoromethane to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $11.0 million in 2024, an increase of 331%. The peak was 2022 at $24.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for chlorodifluoromethane?
The HS code for chlorodifluoromethane is subheading 2903.71. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2903 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
World chlorodifluoromethane trade: top importers and exporters
More trade data for the United Kingdom
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- Halogenated aromatic hydrocarbons (other)
- Chloromethane and chloroethane
- Halogenated cyclic hydrocarbons (other)
- Dichloromethane
- Unsaturated chlorinated hydrocarbons (other)
- All United Kingdom trade data
- HS 2903 codes
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