Concrete additives imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported concrete additives worth $32.1 million (26.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $32.1M | 26.7K t |
| 2023 | $32.3M | 27.0K t |
| 2022 | $35.9M | 26.4K t |
| 2021 | $30.9M | 23.9K t |
| 2020 | $21.9M | 18.0K t |
| 2019 | $22.8M | 19.2K t |
| 2018 | $30.3M | 19.5K t |
| 2017 | $31.7M | 21.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports concrete additives from
Most of the value came from Germany (23%), Spain (17%), Ireland (12%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+80% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $7.3M | 23% |
| Spain | $5.5M | 17% |
| Ireland | $3.7M | 12% |
| Poland | $3.3M | 10% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 7.5% |
| France | $2.1M | 6.6% |
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 5.7% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 3.8% |
| Switzerland | $1.0M | 3.2% |
| United States | $911K | 2.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.21 per kg, 30% above the world average of $0.93. 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.
Concrete additives exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $27.4 million of concrete additives in 2024 (22.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Ireland (40%), Norway (12%), France (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+904% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $10.9M | 40% |
| Norway | $3.2M | 12% |
| France | $1.4M | 5.3% |
| Israel | $1.4M | 5.1% |
| Austria | $952K | 3.5% |
| Sweden | $895K | 3.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $707K | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $665K | 2.4% |
| United States | $642K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $561K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom concrete additives imports (HS 3824.40): 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 3824.40: Cements, mortars or concretes: their prepared additives.
Common questions
What is the value of concrete additives imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported concrete additives worth $32.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 217 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply concrete additives to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($7.3 million), followed by Spain (17%) and Ireland (12%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 80% on the year.
What is the average import price of concrete additives per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.21 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $0.93 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of concrete additives to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.7 million in 2017 to $32.1 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2022 at $35.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $29.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export concrete additives?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $27.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Norway and France. That compares with imports of $32.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for concrete additives?
The HS code for concrete additives is subheading 3824.40. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3824 page.
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