Dried ginger imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of dried ginger by the United Kingdom reached $52.2 million in 2024 (24.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 210 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 4% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $52.2M | 24.1K t |
| 2023 | $54.1M | 21.6K t |
| 2022 | $36.1M | 24.1K t |
| 2021 | $48.9M | 24.0K t |
| 2020 | $47.3M | 24.2K t |
| 2019 | $32.0M | 21.8K t |
| 2018 | $31.6M | 23.0K t |
| 2017 | $26.9M | 21.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports dried ginger from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 81% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $42.5M | 82% |
| Brazil | $3.7M | 7.1% |
| Peru | $1.6M | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 2% |
| Uganda | $781K | 1.5% |
| India | $647K | 1.2% |
| Nigeria | $549K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $323K | 0.6% |
| Thailand | $312K | 0.6% |
| Indonesia | $145K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.16 per kg, 53% above the world average of $1.41. 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 ginger exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported dried ginger worth $1.9 million (560 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Netherlands accounted for 51% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $994K | 51% |
| Ireland | $281K | 15% |
| China | $140K | 7.2% |
| Ghana | $121K | 6.2% |
| Sierra Leone | $76K | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $61K | 3.2% |
| South Africa | $49K | 2.5% |
| Kuwait | $42K | 2.1% |
| Senegal | $38K | 2% |
| France | $38K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom dried ginger imports (HS 0910.11): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 0910.11: Spices: ginger, neither crushed nor ground.
Common questions
What is the value of dried ginger imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported dried ginger worth $52.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 210 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply dried ginger to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($42.5 million), followed by Brazil (7%) and Peru (3%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 672% on the year.
What is the average import price of dried ginger per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.16 per kg in 2024, 53% above the world average of $1.41 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of dried ginger to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $26.9 million in 2017 to $52.2 million in 2024, an increase of 94%. The peak was 2023 at $54.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $41.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export dried ginger?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Ireland and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $50.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried ginger?
The HS code for dried ginger is subheading 0910.11. It sits in HS chapter 09 (coffee, tea, mate and spices). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0910 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
More trade data for the United Kingdom
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.