Copper sulfate imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $10.4 million of copper sulfate in 2024 (4.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 25% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $13.2 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 | $10.4M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $8.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $12.5M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $13.2M | 5.2K t |
| 2020 | $9.1M | 5.1K t |
| 2019 | $11.0M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $12.3M | 5.4K t |
| 2017 | $10.8M | 5.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports copper sulfate from
The largest suppliers were Chile (25%), Brazil (22%), Turkey (16%). Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Chile | $2.6M | 25% |
| Brazil | $2.3M | 23% |
| Turkey | $1.6M | 16% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 13% |
| Poland | $1.1M | 11% |
| Italy | $606K | 5.8% |
| Malta | $199K | 1.9% |
| India | $132K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $102K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $81K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.60 per kg, 26% below the world average of $3.51, 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.
Copper sulfate exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported copper sulfate worth $1.6 million (488 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (29%), Chile (19%), Denmark (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $463K | 29% |
| Chile | $314K | 19% |
| Denmark | $224K | 14% |
| Israel | $188K | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $128K | 7.9% |
| Turkey | $54K | 3.4% |
| Brazil | $54K | 3.3% |
| Kenya | $44K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $33K | 2% |
| Austria | $14K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom copper sulfate imports (HS 2833.25): 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 2833.25: Sulphates: of copper.
Common questions
What is the value of copper sulfate imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported copper sulfate worth $10.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 174 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply copper sulfate to the United Kingdom?
Chile was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Brazil (22%) and Turkey (16%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 147% on the year.
What is the average import price of copper sulfate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.60 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $3.51 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of copper sulfate to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.8 million in 2017 to $10.4 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2021 at $13.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export copper sulfate?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Chile and Denmark. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $8.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for copper sulfate?
The HS code for copper sulfate is subheading 2833.25. 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 2833 page.
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