Corn seed imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $58.3 million of corn seed in 2024 (35.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 11% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $58.3M | 35.9K t |
| 2023 | $52.5M | 29.2K t |
| 2022 | $51.8M | 29.9K t |
| 2021 | $33.5M | 23.8K t |
| 2020 | $58.0M | 53.3K t |
| 2019 | $34.2M | 33.2K t |
| 2018 | $40.4M | 55.6K t |
| 2017 | $31.8M | 37.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports corn seed from
France alone supplied 73% of it. Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $42.7M | 73% |
| Ireland | $6.7M | 12% |
| Austria | $3.6M | 6.2% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 3% |
| Canada | $1.3M | 2.2% |
| Hungary | $1.1M | 2% |
| United States | $451K | 0.8% |
| Ukraine | $285K | 0.5% |
| Czech Republic | $219K | 0.4% |
| Nigeria | $34K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.62 per kg, 27% above the world average of $1.28. 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 seed exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $3.1 million of corn seed in 2024 (9.1 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Ireland accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+522% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $1.6M | 52% |
| Germany | $599K | 20% |
| France | $505K | 17% |
| Netherlands | $248K | 8.1% |
| Austria | $110K | 3.6% |
| Denmark | $16K | 0.5% |
| Sweden | $1K | 0% |
| Hungary | $0K | 0% |
| Barbados | $0K | 0% |
| Malta | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom corn seed imports (HS 1005.10): 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 1005.10: Cereals: maize (corn), seed.
Common questions
What is the value of corn seed imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported corn seed worth $58.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 187 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply corn seed to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 73% of the value ($42.7 million), followed by Ireland (12%) and Austria (6%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Ukraine grew fastest among the top ten, up 171% on the year.
What is the average import price of corn seed per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.62 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $1.28 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 seed to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $31.8 million in 2017 to $58.3 million in 2024, an increase of 83%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $45.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export corn seed?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Germany and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $55.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for corn seed?
The HS code for corn seed is subheading 1005.10. It sits in HS chapter 10 (cereals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1005 page.
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