Fresh cut carnations imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported fresh cut carnations worth $39.3 million (8.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 161 countries for imports of this product. That is 6% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $64.1 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 | $39.3M | 8.0K t |
| 2023 | $37.1M | 7.9K t |
| 2022 | $51.8M | 9.4K t |
| 2021 | $63.5M | 12.5K t |
| 2020 | $48.1M | 8.9K t |
| 2019 | $45.5M | 9.5K t |
| 2018 | $58.1M | 12.0K t |
| 2017 | $64.1M | 12.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports fresh cut carnations from
Most of the value came from Turkey (36%), Colombia (26%), Morocco (20%). Among the main suppliers, Morocco grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.92 per kg, close to the world average of $5.12.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fresh cut carnations exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported fresh cut carnations worth $261 thousand (27 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Ireland accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+270% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $187K | 71% |
| Netherlands | $75K | 29% |
| Germany | $0K | 0.1% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom fresh cut carnations imports (HS 0603.12): 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 0603.12: Flowers, cut: carnations, flowers and buds of a kind suitable for bouquets or ornamental purposes, fresh.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh cut carnations imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported fresh cut carnations worth $39.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 161 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh cut carnations to the United Kingdom?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($14.1 million), followed by Colombia (26%) and Morocco (20%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Morocco grew fastest among the top ten, up 42% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh cut carnations per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.92 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $5.12 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of fresh cut carnations to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $64.1 million in 2017 to $39.3 million in 2024, a fall of 39%. The peak was 2017 at $64.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $50.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export fresh cut carnations?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $261 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the Netherlands and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $39.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh cut carnations?
The HS code for fresh cut carnations is subheading 0603.12. It sits in HS chapter 06 (trees and other plants, live; bulbs, roots and the like; cut flowers and ornamental foliage). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0603 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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