Fertile hatching eggs exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $123.4 million of fertile hatching eggs in 2024 (7.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 94 countries for exports of this product. That is 32% 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 | $123.4M | 7.4K t |
| 2023 | $93.6M | 8.0K t |
| 2022 | $98.8M | 6.2K t |
| 2021 | $109.9M | 15.1K t |
| 2020 | $104.9M | 13.1K t |
| 2019 | $104.7M | 18.9K t |
| 2018 | $101.3M | 19.2K t |
| 2017 | $78.1M | 12.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports fertile hatching eggs to
The largest buyer markets were Turkey (26%), Russia (16%), Netherlands (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+290% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $32.4M | 26% |
| Russia | $19.5M | 16% |
| Netherlands | $15.2M | 12% |
| United States | $14.9M | 12% |
| France | $6.7M | 5.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5.3M | 4.3% |
| Brazil | $5.2M | 4.3% |
| Nigeria | $4.8M | 3.9% |
| Jordan | $2.9M | 2.4% |
| Spain | $2.8M | 2.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.67 per kg, 187% above the world average of $5.81. 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.
Fertile hatching eggs imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $37.5 million of fertile hatching eggs in 2024 (6.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+141% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $19.3M | 52% |
| Ireland | $9.7M | 26% |
| Netherlands | $3.2M | 8.5% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 5.4% |
| Belgium | $1.3M | 3.4% |
| Hungary | $727K | 1.9% |
| France | $638K | 1.7% |
| Spain | $338K | 0.9% |
| Czech Republic | $113K | 0.3% |
| Sweden | $100K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom fertile hatching eggs exports (HS 0407.11): 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 0407.11: Birds' eggs, in shell: fresh, fertilised eggs for incubation, of fowls of the species Gallus domesticus (domestic hens).
Common questions
What is the value of fertile hatching eggs exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported fertile hatching eggs worth $123.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 94 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries buy fertile hatching eggs from the United Kingdom?
Turkey was the largest buyer with 26% of the value ($32.4 million), followed by Russia (16%) and the Netherlands (12%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 33 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 290% on the year.
What is the average export price of fertile hatching eggs per kg?
The average declared export value was about $16.67 per kg in 2024, 187% above the world average of $5.81 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of fertile hatching eggs from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $78.1 million in 2017 to $123.4 million in 2024, an increase of 58%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $101.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import fertile hatching eggs?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $37.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Ireland and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $85.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for fertile hatching eggs?
The HS code for fertile hatching eggs is subheading 0407.11. 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 0407 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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