Complex fluorine salts imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported complex fluorine salts worth $9.1 million (950 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 138 countries for imports of this product. That is 55% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $32.9 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 | $9.1M | 950 t |
| 2023 | $20.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $32.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $31.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $18.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $14.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $5.7M | 939 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 727 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports complex fluorine salts from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+61% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.3M | 59% |
| South Korea | $2.2M | 25% |
| Germany | $472K | 5.2% |
| Japan | $408K | 4.5% |
| Belgium | $375K | 4.1% |
| United States | $93K | 1% |
| Spain | $52K | 0.6% |
| Sweden | $42K | 0.5% |
| France | $42K | 0.5% |
| Denmark | $15K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.56 per kg, 92% above the world average of $4.98. 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 fluorine salts exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported complex fluorine salts worth $1.3 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were France (46%), Germany (22%), Italy (9%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $588K | 46% |
| Germany | $282K | 22% |
| Italy | $118K | 9.3% |
| Spain | $62K | 4.9% |
| India | $45K | 3.5% |
| Slovakia | $42K | 3.3% |
| Ireland | $25K | 1.9% |
| Israel | $22K | 1.7% |
| New Zealand | $19K | 1.5% |
| Sweden | $19K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom complex fluorine salts imports (HS 2826.90): 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 2826.90: Fluorides: fluorosilicates, fluoroaluminates and other complex fluorine salts, n.e.c. in heading no. 2826.
Common questions
What is the value of complex fluorine salts imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported complex fluorine salts worth $9.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 950 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 138 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 55% on 2023.
Which countries supply complex fluorine salts to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by South Korea (25%) and Germany (5%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 990% on the year.
What is the average import price of complex fluorine salts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.56 per kg in 2024, 92% above the world average of $4.98 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of complex fluorine salts to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $9.1 million in 2024, an increase of 328%. The peak was 2022 at $32.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export complex fluorine salts?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Germany and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $7.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for complex fluorine salts?
The HS code for complex fluorine salts is subheading 2826.90. 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 2826 page.
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