Fluorine and bromine imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $14.1 million of fluorine and bromine in 2024 (9.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 124 countries. Value rose 17% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $14.1M | 9.1K t |
| 2023 | $12.0M | 6.2K t |
| 2022 | $10.2M | 5.8K t |
| 2021 | $9.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $8.7M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $10.5M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $12.5M | 6.2K t |
| 2017 | $13.7M | 6.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports fluorine and bromine from
Israel alone supplied 98% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $13.8M | 98% |
| India | $70K | 0.5% |
| Belgium | $61K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $41K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $34K | 0.2% |
| Singapore | $27K | 0.2% |
| United States | $17K | 0.1% |
| Hungary | $11K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.55 per kg, 42% below the world average of $2.68, 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.
Fluorine and bromine exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported fluorine and bromine worth $13.5 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 58 countries for exports of this product. One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.4M | 70% |
| India | $2.4M | 18% |
| Italy | $800K | 5.9% |
| Singapore | $278K | 2.1% |
| Spain | $200K | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $141K | 1.1% |
| Japan | $97K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $84K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $84K | 0.6% |
| Slovakia | $13K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom fluorine and bromine imports (HS 2801.30): 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 2801.30: Fluorine: bromine.
Common questions
What is the value of fluorine and bromine imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported fluorine and bromine worth $14.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 124 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply fluorine and bromine to the United Kingdom?
Israel was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($13.8 million), followed by India (0%) and Belgium (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 24% on the year.
What is the average import price of fluorine and bromine per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.55 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $2.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of fluorine and bromine to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.7 million in 2017 to $14.1 million in 2024, an increase of 3%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export fluorine and bromine?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $13.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, India and Italy. That compares with imports of $14.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for fluorine and bromine?
The HS code for fluorine and bromine is subheading 2801.30. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2801 page.
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