Dried egg albumin imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported dried egg albumin worth $28.5 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 128 countries for imports of this product. That is 31% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $41.1 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 | $28.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $41.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $35.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2021 | $15.6M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $25.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $22.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $25.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $23.8M | 2.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports dried egg albumin from
One supplier dominates: Netherlands accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+188% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $14.5M | 51% |
| Italy | $5.2M | 18% |
| France | $3.0M | 11% |
| United States | $2.7M | 9.5% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 4.6% |
| Sweden | $840K | 3% |
| Denmark | $401K | 1.4% |
| Poland | $263K | 0.9% |
| Hungary | $109K | 0.4% |
| Austria | $61K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.53 per kg, 57% above the world average of $8.60. 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.
Dried egg albumin exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $327 thousand of dried egg albumin in 2024 (39 tonnes). Most of it went to United Arab Emirates (43%), Hong Kong (28%), Ireland (25%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $140K | 43% |
| Hong Kong | $93K | 28% |
| Ireland | $80K | 25% |
| Netherlands | $11K | 3.5% |
| Israel | $1K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.3% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $0K | 0.1% |
| Turkey | $0K | 0% |
| Malta | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom dried egg albumin imports (HS 3502.11): 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 3502.11: Albumins: egg albumin, dried.
Common questions
What is the value of dried egg albumin imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported dried egg albumin worth $28.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 128 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was down 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply dried egg albumin to the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($14.5 million), followed by Italy (18%) and France (11%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 188% on the year.
What is the average import price of dried egg albumin per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.53 per kg in 2024, 57% above the world average of $8.60 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of dried egg albumin to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.8 million in 2017 to $28.5 million in 2024, an increase of 19%. The peak was 2023 at $41.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export dried egg albumin?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $327 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $28.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried egg albumin?
The HS code for dried egg albumin is subheading 3502.11. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3502 page.
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