Fermented milk products imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported fermented milk products worth $155.6 million (81.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 216 countries for imports of this product. That is 35% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $290.8 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 | $155.6M | 81.1K t |
| 2023 | $240.9M | 132.5K t |
| 2022 | $186.4M | 102.3K t |
| 2021 | $89.0M | 50.5K t |
| 2020 | $162.4M | 87.0K t |
| 2019 | $185.7M | 114.9K t |
| 2018 | $290.8M | 203.3K t |
| 2017 | $275.0M | 201.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports fermented milk products from
The largest suppliers were France (43%), Germany (25%), Poland (14%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $66.1M | 43% |
| Germany | $38.8M | 25% |
| Poland | $22.1M | 14% |
| Ireland | $9.3M | 6% |
| Spain | $5.3M | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $3.8M | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $2.6M | 1.7% |
| Romania | $2.1M | 1.4% |
| Luxembourg | $1.8M | 1.2% |
| Italy | $895K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.92 per kg, close to the world average of $1.75.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fermented milk products exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $24.5 million of fermented milk products in 2024 (22.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Philippines (24%), Ireland (24%), Malaysia (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+297% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $5.8M | 24% |
| Ireland | $5.8M | 24% |
| Malaysia | $2.9M | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.3M | 9.2% |
| France | $1.9M | 7.7% |
| Egypt | $1.1M | 4.5% |
| Thailand | $848K | 3.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $683K | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $545K | 2.2% |
| South Africa | $395K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom fermented milk products imports (HS 0403.90): 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 0403.90: Dairy produce: buttermilk, curdled milk or cream, kephir, fermented or acidified milk or cream, whether or not concentrated or containing added sweetening, flavouring, fruit or cocoa (excluding yoghurt).
Common questions
What is the value of fermented milk products imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported fermented milk products worth $155.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 81.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 216 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply fermented milk products to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($66.1 million), followed by Germany (25%) and Poland (14%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Luxembourg grew fastest among the top ten, up 62% on the year.
What is the average import price of fermented milk products per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.92 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $1.75 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fermented milk products to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $275.0 million in 2017 to $155.6 million in 2024, a fall of 43%. The peak was 2018 at $290.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $198.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export fermented milk products?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $24.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Philippines, Ireland and Malaysia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $131.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for fermented milk products?
The HS code for fermented milk products is subheading 0403.90. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0403 page.
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