Ethyl acetate exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $163.3 million of ethyl acetate in 2024 (148.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 78 countries. That is 20% 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $163.3M | 148.0K t |
| 2023 | $135.9M | 111.9K t |
| 2022 | $120.3M | 84.5K t |
| 2021 | $172.6M | 129.9K t |
| 2020 | $127.6M | 159.1K t |
| 2019 | $129.4M | 128.1K t |
| 2018 | $180.2M | 168.4K t |
| 2017 | $130.4M | 136.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports ethyl acetate to
The largest buyer markets were Belgium (47%), Germany (15%), Netherlands (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.10 per kg, close to the world average of $0.99.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ethyl acetate imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of ethyl acetate by the United Kingdom reached $3.7 million in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Mexico (30%), China (14%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+282% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $1.1M | 30% |
| China | $523K | 14% |
| Germany | $451K | 12% |
| Belgium | $440K | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $383K | 10% |
| Netherlands | $324K | 8.7% |
| South Africa | $114K | 3.1% |
| France | $102K | 2.8% |
| United States | $92K | 2.5% |
| India | $81K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom ethyl acetate exports (HS 2915.31): 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 2915.31: Acids: saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: ethyl acetate.
Common questions
What is the value of ethyl acetate exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported ethyl acetate worth $163.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 148.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 78 countries worldwide, with 12% of world exports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries buy ethyl acetate from the United Kingdom?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 47% of the value ($77.1 million), followed by Germany (15%) and the Netherlands (10%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 69 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 158% on the year.
What is the average export price of ethyl acetate per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.10 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $0.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of ethyl acetate from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $130.4 million in 2017 to $163.3 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. The peak was 2018 at $180.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $145.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import ethyl acetate?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $3.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Mexico, China and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $159.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for ethyl acetate?
The HS code for ethyl acetate is subheading 2915.31. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2915 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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