Corn groats imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported corn groats worth $22.0 million (27.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 196 countries for imports of this product. That is 10% less 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 | $22.0M | 27.8K t |
| 2023 | $24.4M | 27.7K t |
| 2022 | $20.3M | 33.7K t |
| 2021 | $7.9M | 12.6K t |
| 2020 | $11.5M | 22.2K t |
| 2019 | $10.6M | 17.8K t |
| 2018 | $14.4M | 25.5K t |
| 2017 | $13.5M | 23.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports corn groats from
Most of the value came from France (40%), Italy (17%), Belgium (17%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $8.8M | 40% |
| Italy | $3.8M | 17% |
| Belgium | $3.7M | 17% |
| South Africa | $2.8M | 13% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 6.7% |
| Ukraine | $410K | 1.9% |
| Poland | $370K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $226K | 1% |
| Lesotho | $165K | 0.8% |
| Ireland | $85K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.79 per kg, 98% above the world average of $0.40. 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.
Corn groats exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of corn groats by the United Kingdom reached $1.4 million in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Ireland accounted for 81% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+68% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $1.1M | 81% |
| France | $96K | 6.9% |
| Netherlands | $83K | 6% |
| Germany | $49K | 3.5% |
| United States | $7K | 0.5% |
| Tanzania | $7K | 0.5% |
| Norway | $6K | 0.4% |
| Mauritius | $4K | 0.3% |
| Poland | $3K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $3K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom corn groats imports (HS 1103.13): 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 1103.13: Cereal groats and meal: of maize (corn).
Common questions
What is the value of corn groats imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported corn groats worth $22.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 196 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply corn groats to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($8.8 million), followed by Italy (17%) and Belgium (17%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 740% on the year.
What is the average import price of corn groats per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.79 per kg in 2024, 98% above the world average of $0.40 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of corn groats to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.5 million in 2017 to $22.0 million in 2024, an increase of 63%. The peak was 2023 at $24.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export corn groats?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, France and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $20.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for corn groats?
The HS code for corn groats is subheading 1103.13. It sits in HS chapter 11 (products of the milling industry; malt, starches, inulin, wheat gluten). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1103 page.
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