Durum wheat grain imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported durum wheat grain worth $26.7 million (63.6 thousand tonnes). That is 7% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $35.4 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 | $26.7M | 63.6K t |
| 2023 | $24.9M | 51.2K t |
| 2022 | $33.4M | 62.6K t |
| 2021 | $24.1M | 55.4K t |
| 2020 | $30.5M | 105.2K t |
| 2019 | $25.4M | 79.4K t |
| 2018 | $22.5M | 88.0K t |
| 2017 | $35.4M | 133.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports durum wheat grain from
France alone supplied 92% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $24.7M | 92% |
| Poland | $1.0M | 3.8% |
| Canada | $674K | 2.5% |
| Ukraine | $85K | 0.3% |
| India | $65K | 0.2% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $50K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $36K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $31K | 0.1% |
| Palestine | $30K | 0.1% |
| Romania | $15K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.42 per kg, 29% below the world average of $0.59, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Durum wheat grain exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of durum wheat grain by the United Kingdom reached $1.8 million in 2024 (5.8 thousand tonnes). Iceland alone took 90% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Iceland | $1.7M | 90% |
| Belgium | $106K | 5.8% |
| Netherlands | $33K | 1.8% |
| France | $23K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $9K | 0.5% |
| Ireland | $2K | 0.1% |
| Singapore | $2K | 0.1% |
| Australia | $1K | 0.1% |
| Sweden | $1K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom durum wheat grain imports (HS 1001.19): 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 1001.19: Cereals: wheat and meslin, durum wheat, other than seed.
Common questions
What is the value of durum wheat grain imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported durum wheat grain worth $26.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 63.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 38th of 147 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply durum wheat grain to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($24.7 million), followed by Poland (4%) and Canada (3%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Palestine grew fastest among the top ten, up 233% on the year.
What is the average import price of durum wheat grain per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.42 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $0.59 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of durum wheat grain to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $35.4 million in 2017 to $26.7 million in 2024, a fall of 25%. The peak was 2017 at $35.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export durum wheat grain?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Iceland, Belgium and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $24.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for durum wheat grain?
The HS code for durum wheat grain is subheading 1001.19. It sits in HS chapter 10 (cereals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1001 page.
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