Cyclic amides (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported cyclic amides (other) worth $134.5 million (5.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 26% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $220.1 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 | $134.5M | 5.4K t |
| 2023 | $182.6M | 5.9K t |
| 2022 | $220.1M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $153.9M | 7.7K t |
| 2020 | $168.4M | 7.1K t |
| 2019 | $187.6M | 10.2K t |
| 2018 | $147.1M | 9.3K t |
| 2017 | $147.5M | 8.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports cyclic amides (other) from
United States alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+928% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $70.1M | 52% |
| China | $16.9M | 13% |
| Japan | $11.9M | 8.8% |
| India | $10.2M | 7.6% |
| Switzerland | $8.0M | 6% |
| Netherlands | $3.9M | 2.9% |
| Spain | $2.9M | 2.2% |
| Ireland | $2.5M | 1.9% |
| Germany | $1.9M | 1.4% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.88 per kg, 27% above the world average of $19.61. 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.
Cyclic amides (other) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported cyclic amides (other) worth $21.2 million (984 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were China (24%), United States (12%), France (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+306% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.1M | 24% |
| United States | $2.5M | 12% |
| France | $2.3M | 11% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 7.5% |
| Netherlands | $1.6M | 7.4% |
| South Korea | $1.4M | 6.5% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 5.4% |
| Japan | $850K | 4% |
| Germany | $816K | 3.9% |
| Switzerland | $621K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cyclic amides (other) imports (HS 2924.29): 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 2924.29: Cyclic amides (including cyclic carbamates) and their derivatives: other than the derivatives and salts of ureines, 2-acetamidobenzoic acid (N-acetylanthancillic acid),ethinamate S, and alachlor (ISO) and their derivatives and salts.
Common questions
What is the value of cyclic amides (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported cyclic amides (other) worth $134.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 176 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply cyclic amides (other) to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($70.1 million), followed by China (13%) and Japan (9%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 928% on the year.
What is the average import price of cyclic amides (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $24.88 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $19.61 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of cyclic amides (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $147.5 million in 2017 to $134.5 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2022 at $220.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $167.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export cyclic amides (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $21.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, the United States and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $113.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for cyclic amides (other)?
The HS code for cyclic amides (other) is subheading 2924.29. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2924 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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