Epoxides (other types) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported epoxides (other types) worth $29.2 million (9.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 145 countries for imports of this product. That is 75% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 26% a year on average.
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 | $29.2M | 9.4K t |
| 2023 | $16.6M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $34.3M | 6.0K t |
| 2021 | $17.4M | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $7.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 808 t |
| 2018 | $7.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $5.7M | 1.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports epoxides (other types) from
The largest suppliers were Taiwan (41%), Netherlands (17%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+258% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $12.0M | 41% |
| Netherlands | $4.9M | 17% |
| China | $3.2M | 11% |
| India | $2.4M | 8.1% |
| Japan | $1.7M | 5.9% |
| Switzerland | $1.6M | 5.5% |
| South Korea | $1.4M | 4.7% |
| Canada | $562K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $514K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $400K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.12 per kg, 26% below the world average of $4.19, 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.
Epoxides (other types) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of epoxides (other types) by the United Kingdom reached $4.2 million in 2024 (436 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Germany (42%), United States (17%), Czech Republic (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.7M | 42% |
| United States | $733K | 18% |
| Czech Republic | $422K | 10% |
| Hong Kong | $380K | 9.1% |
| Poland | $206K | 4.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $156K | 3.7% |
| Australia | $116K | 2.8% |
| Singapore | $93K | 2.2% |
| Ireland | $67K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $34K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom epoxides (other types) imports (HS 2910.90): 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 2910.90: Epoxides, epoxyalcohols, epoxyphenols and epoxyethers: with a three-membered ring and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, n.e.c. in heading no. 2910.
Common questions
What is the value of epoxides (other types) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported epoxides (other types) worth $29.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 145 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 75% on 2023.
Which countries supply epoxides (other types) to the United Kingdom?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($12.0 million), followed by the Netherlands (17%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 258% on the year.
What is the average import price of epoxides (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.12 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $4.19 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of epoxides (other types) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.7 million in 2017 to $29.2 million in 2024, an increase of 410%. The peak was 2022 at $34.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export epoxides (other types)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the United States and the Czech Republic. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $25.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for epoxides (other types)?
The HS code for epoxides (other types) is subheading 2910.90. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2910 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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