Fluoropolymers (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $67.0 million of fluoropolymers (other) in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 25% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $89.2 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 | $67.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $89.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $74.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $53.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $43.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $41.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $48.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $48.9M | 1.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports fluoropolymers (other) from
Most of the value came from France (24%), United States (17%), Japan (17%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $16.0M | 24% |
| United States | $11.7M | 17% |
| Japan | $11.6M | 17% |
| Italy | $11.2M | 17% |
| India | $5.7M | 8.5% |
| Germany | $3.6M | 5.4% |
| China | $3.5M | 5.3% |
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 2.6% |
| Belgium | $1.3M | 1.9% |
| Brazil | $242K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $38.22 per kg, 54% above the world average of $24.83. 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.
Fluoropolymers (other) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of fluoropolymers (other) by the United Kingdom reached $51.8 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 72 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to United States (37%), Germany (12%), Austria (9%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+123% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $19.1M | 37% |
| Germany | $6.2M | 12% |
| Austria | $4.5M | 8.6% |
| Mexico | $4.3M | 8.2% |
| Czech Republic | $3.2M | 6.1% |
| Spain | $2.8M | 5.4% |
| China | $2.5M | 4.9% |
| Canada | $1.7M | 3.2% |
| Norway | $1.3M | 2.5% |
| France | $1.2M | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom fluoropolymers (other) imports (HS 3904.69): 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 3904.69: Halogenated olefin polymers: fluoro-polymers (other than polytetrafluoroethylene), in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of fluoropolymers (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported fluoropolymers (other) worth $67.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 132 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply fluoropolymers (other) to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($16.0 million), followed by the United States (17%) and Japan (17%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 71% on the year.
What is the average import price of fluoropolymers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $38.22 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $24.83 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of fluoropolymers (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $48.9 million in 2017 to $67.0 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. The peak was 2023 at $89.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $58.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export fluoropolymers (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $51.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and Austria. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $15.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for fluoropolymers (other)?
The HS code for fluoropolymers (other) is subheading 3904.69. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3904 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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