Crude coconut oil imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of crude coconut oil by the United Kingdom reached $16.4 million in 2024 (5.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 111% more 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 | $16.4M | 5.8K t |
| 2023 | $7.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $14.2M | 5.8K t |
| 2021 | $18.9M | 7.0K t |
| 2020 | $12.6M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $9.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $12.7M | 4.3K t |
| 2017 | $17.8M | 6.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports crude coconut oil from
The largest suppliers were Philippines (29%), Sri Lanka (23%), Indonesia (15%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $4.8M | 29% |
| Sri Lanka | $3.8M | 23% |
| Indonesia | $2.5M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 11% |
| Slovenia | $1.4M | 8.7% |
| Vietnam | $693K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $681K | 4.2% |
| Thailand | $181K | 1.1% |
| Singapore | $131K | 0.8% |
| Malaysia | $127K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.83 per kg, 102% above the world average of $1.40. 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.
Crude coconut oil exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported crude coconut oil worth $562 thousand (112 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (21%), France (11%), Saudi Arabia (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Lebanon grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $120K | 21% |
| France | $64K | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $46K | 8.2% |
| Lebanon | $37K | 6.6% |
| Norway | $34K | 6.1% |
| Italy | $32K | 5.7% |
| Oman | $26K | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $21K | 3.8% |
| Bahrain | $19K | 3.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $18K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom crude coconut oil imports (HS 1513.11): 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 1513.11: Vegetable oils: coconut (copra) oil and its fractions, crude, not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of crude coconut oil imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported crude coconut oil worth $16.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 181 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 111% on 2023.
Which countries supply crude coconut oil to the United Kingdom?
The Philippines was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by Sri Lanka (23%) and Indonesia (15%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 218% on the year.
What is the average import price of crude coconut oil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.83 per kg in 2024, 102% above the world average of $1.40 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of crude coconut oil to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.8 million in 2017 to $16.4 million in 2024, a fall of 8%. The peak was 2021 at $18.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export crude coconut oil?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $562 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, France and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $15.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for crude coconut oil?
The HS code for crude coconut oil is subheading 1513.11. It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1513 page.
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