Complex cyanides imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $3.2 million of complex cyanides in 2024 (406 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 134 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 395% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.2M | 406 t |
| 2023 | $653K | 141 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 132 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 162 t |
| 2020 | $2.0M | 238 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 244 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 393 t |
| 2017 | $857K | 199 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports complex cyanides from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 60% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.9M | 60% |
| China | $881K | 27% |
| Germany | $352K | 11% |
| India | $19K | 0.6% |
| Belgium | $15K | 0.5% |
| Switzerland | $15K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $9K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0.1% |
| Israel | $1K | 0% |
| Poland | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.95 per kg, 62% above the world average of $4.90. 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.
Complex cyanides exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $400 thousand of complex cyanides in 2024 (2 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Ireland accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+240% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $340K | 85% |
| Germany | $17K | 4.2% |
| Belgium | $15K | 3.7% |
| Kuwait | $9K | 2.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5K | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.6% |
| United States | $2K | 0.6% |
| Austria | $2K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $2K | 0.4% |
| Israel | $1K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom complex cyanides imports (HS 2837.20): 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 2837.20: Complex cyanides.
Common questions
What is the value of complex cyanides imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported complex cyanides worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 406 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 134 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 395% on 2023.
Which countries supply complex cyanides to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by China (27%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 228% on the year.
What is the average import price of complex cyanides per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.95 per kg in 2024, 62% above the world average of $4.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of complex cyanides to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $857 thousand in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, an increase of 277%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export complex cyanides?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $400 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Germany and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for complex cyanides?
The HS code for complex cyanides is subheading 2837.20. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2837 page.
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