Fresh fish fillets (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported fresh fish fillets (other) worth $37.5 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 155 countries. That is 8% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $37.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $34.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $38.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $37.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $38.6M | 5.1K t |
| 2019 | $31.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $37.5M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $38.3M | 3.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports fresh fish fillets (other) from
One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Greece grew fastest (+197% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $22.2M | 59% |
| Spain | $4.0M | 11% |
| Greece | $2.6M | 7% |
| Sri Lanka | $2.3M | 6.2% |
| Japan | $1.9M | 5.2% |
| Seychelles | $1.6M | 4.2% |
| France | $977K | 2.6% |
| India | $563K | 1.5% |
| Iceland | $466K | 1.2% |
| Australia | $321K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.58 per kg, close to the world average of $12.56.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fresh fish fillets (other) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of fresh fish fillets (other) by the United Kingdom reached $9.0 million in 2024 (750 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to France (46%), Netherlands (39%), Switzerland (8%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+127% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $4.2M | 46% |
| Netherlands | $3.5M | 39% |
| Switzerland | $765K | 8.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $227K | 2.5% |
| Sweden | $83K | 0.9% |
| Ireland | $68K | 0.8% |
| Hong Kong | $55K | 0.6% |
| Austria | $34K | 0.4% |
| Bahrain | $26K | 0.3% |
| Singapore | $15K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom fresh fish fillets (other) imports (HS 0304.49): 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 0304.49: Fish fillets: fresh or chilled, other than fish of heading 0304.4.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh fish fillets (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported fresh fish fillets (other) worth $37.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 155 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh fish fillets (other) to the United Kingdom?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($22.2 million), followed by Spain (11%) and Greece (7%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Greece grew fastest among the top ten, up 197% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh fish fillets (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.58 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $12.56 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 fish fillets (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $38.3 million in 2017 to $37.5 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2020 at $38.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $36.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export fresh fish fillets (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $9.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the Netherlands and Switzerland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $28.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh fish fillets (other)?
The HS code for fresh fish fillets (other) is subheading 0304.49. It sits in HS chapter 03 (fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0304 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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