Citrus juice imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $21.4 million of citrus juice in 2024 (8.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 204 countries for imports of this product. That is 7% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $21.4M | 8.5K t |
| 2023 | $20.1M | 6.8K t |
| 2022 | $22.6M | 9.0K t |
| 2021 | $21.3M | 7.2K t |
| 2020 | $20.3M | 7.3K t |
| 2019 | $20.3M | 8.3K t |
| 2018 | $21.7M | 8.0K t |
| 2017 | $22.0M | 7.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports citrus juice from
Most of the value came from Spain (35%), Italy (12%), Ireland (10%). Among the main suppliers, Philippines grew fastest (+339% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $7.4M | 35% |
| Italy | $2.6M | 12% |
| Ireland | $2.3M | 11% |
| Argentina | $1.8M | 8.6% |
| Mexico | $1.5M | 6.8% |
| Germany | $894K | 4.2% |
| Switzerland | $891K | 4.2% |
| Peru | $872K | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $736K | 3.4% |
| Philippines | $651K | 3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.52 per kg, 27% above the world average of $1.99. 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.
Citrus juice exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $758 thousand of citrus juice in 2024 (186 tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (23%), Poland (12%), Indonesia (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Austria grew fastest (+116% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $173K | 23% |
| Poland | $90K | 12% |
| Indonesia | $65K | 8.5% |
| Vietnam | $64K | 8.4% |
| Netherlands | $55K | 7.2% |
| Austria | $54K | 7.1% |
| United States | $42K | 5.5% |
| Nigeria | $37K | 4.9% |
| Czech Republic | $33K | 4.4% |
| Germany | $33K | 4.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom citrus juice imports (HS 2009.39): 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 2009.39: Juice: of single citrus fruit (excluding orange or grapefruit), of a Brix value exceeding 20, unfermented, not containing added spirit, whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter.
Common questions
What is the value of citrus juice imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported citrus juice worth $21.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 204 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply citrus juice to the United Kingdom?
Spain was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($7.4 million), followed by Italy (12%) and Ireland (10%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. The Philippines grew fastest among the top ten, up 339% on the year.
What is the average import price of citrus juice per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.52 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $1.99 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of citrus juice to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22.0 million in 2017 to $21.4 million in 2024, a fall of 3%. The peak was 2022 at $22.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $21.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export citrus juice?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $758 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Poland and Indonesia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $20.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for citrus juice?
The HS code for citrus juice is subheading 2009.39. It sits in HS chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2009 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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