Cumin seeds imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $18.2 million of cumin seeds in 2024 (3.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 199 countries for imports of this product. That is 16% 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 | $18.2M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $15.7M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $10.0M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $10.9M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $12.4M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $9.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $10.7M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $11.4M | 3.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports cumin seeds from
India alone supplied 94% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $17.2M | 94% |
| Vietnam | $353K | 1.9% |
| China | $157K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $130K | 0.7% |
| Pakistan | $113K | 0.6% |
| France | $67K | 0.4% |
| Spain | $41K | 0.2% |
| Syria | $41K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $36K | 0.2% |
| Sri Lanka | $31K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.31 per kg, 72% above the world average of $3.09. 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.
Cumin seeds exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.3 million of cumin seeds in 2024 (195 tonnes). Netherlands alone took 62% of it. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $826K | 62% |
| Israel | $220K | 16% |
| Ireland | $69K | 5.2% |
| India | $60K | 4.5% |
| Poland | $25K | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $24K | 1.8% |
| France | $23K | 1.7% |
| United States | $18K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $16K | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $13K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cumin seeds imports (HS 0909.31): 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 0909.31: Spices: cumin seeds, neither crushed nor ground.
Common questions
What is the value of cumin seeds imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported cumin seeds worth $18.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 199 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply cumin seeds to the United Kingdom?
India was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($17.2 million), followed by Vietnam (2%) and China (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 276% on the year.
What is the average import price of cumin seeds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.31 per kg in 2024, 72% above the world average of $3.09 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cumin seeds to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.4 million in 2017 to $18.2 million in 2024, an increase of 59%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $12.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export cumin seeds?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Israel and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $16.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for cumin seeds?
The HS code for cumin seeds is subheading 0909.31. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0909 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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