Dried onions imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported dried onions worth $40.3 million (13.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 197 countries for imports of this product. That is 22% 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 | $40.3M | 13.0K t |
| 2023 | $33.0M | 11.6K t |
| 2022 | $35.7M | 12.9K t |
| 2021 | $32.4M | 12.8K t |
| 2020 | $35.4M | 14.6K t |
| 2019 | $28.3M | 12.4K t |
| 2018 | $26.1M | 10.9K t |
| 2017 | $33.7M | 15.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports dried onions from
Most of the value came from India (34%), United States (17%), France (14%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+53% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $13.9M | 35% |
| United States | $6.9M | 17% |
| France | $5.8M | 15% |
| Spain | $4.8M | 12% |
| China | $4.0M | 10% |
| Egypt | $2.8M | 6.9% |
| Pakistan | $377K | 0.9% |
| Ireland | $375K | 0.9% |
| Greece | $302K | 0.8% |
| Poland | $289K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.11 per kg, 21% above the world average of $2.58. 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 onions exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of dried onions by the United Kingdom reached $1.9 million in 2024 (442 tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (32%), Poland (18%), France (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $620K | 32% |
| Poland | $347K | 18% |
| France | $272K | 14% |
| Netherlands | $238K | 12% |
| Belgium | $71K | 3.7% |
| Jordan | $53K | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $48K | 2.5% |
| India | $41K | 2.2% |
| Israel | $41K | 2.1% |
| China | $39K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom dried onions imports (HS 0712.20): 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 0712.20: Vegetables: onions, whole, cut, sliced, broken or in powder but not further prepared, dried.
Common questions
What is the value of dried onions imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported dried onions worth $40.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 197 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply dried onions to the United Kingdom?
India was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($13.9 million), followed by the United States (17%) and France (14%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Greece grew fastest among the top ten, up 541% on the year.
What is the average import price of dried onions per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.11 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $2.58 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of dried onions to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $33.7 million in 2017 to $40.3 million in 2024, an increase of 20%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $33.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export dried onions?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Poland and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $38.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for dried onions?
The HS code for dried onions is subheading 0712.20. It sits in HS chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0712 page.
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