Fresh flatfish (other species) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported fresh flatfish (other species) worth $23.3 million (3.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 92 countries for exports of this product. That is 5% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $44.9 million.
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 | $23.3M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $22.1M | 4.0K t |
| 2022 | $21.3M | 4.4K t |
| 2021 | $30.5M | 5.4K t |
| 2020 | $44.4M | 6.5K t |
| 2019 | $28.4M | 8.2K t |
| 2018 | $44.9M | 8.5K t |
| 2017 | $31.7M | 5.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports fresh flatfish (other species) to
One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 75% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $17.5M | 75% |
| Spain | $4.4M | 19% |
| Ireland | $685K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $356K | 1.5% |
| Denmark | $256K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $50K | 0.2% |
| Singapore | $31K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $23K | 0.1% |
| Bermuda | $15K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $10K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.36 per kg, close to the world average of $5.44.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fresh flatfish (other species) imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported fresh flatfish (other species) worth $3.2 million (442 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Egypt (42%), Iceland (29%), Denmark (27%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $1.3M | 42% |
| Iceland | $913K | 29% |
| Denmark | $850K | 27% |
| India | $24K | 0.8% |
| Norway | $19K | 0.6% |
| Spain | $11K | 0.4% |
| Ireland | $6K | 0.2% |
| Sri Lanka | $4K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.1% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom fresh flatfish (other species) exports (HS 0302.29): 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 0302.29: Fish: fresh or chilled, flat fish, n.e.c. in item no. 0302.2, excluding fillets, fish meat of 0304, and edible fish offal of subheadings 0302.91 to 0302.99.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh flatfish (other species) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported fresh flatfish (other species) worth $23.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 92 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy fresh flatfish (other species) from the United Kingdom?
France was the largest buyer with 75% of the value ($17.5 million), followed by Spain (19%) and Ireland (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 14 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 180% on the year.
What is the average export price of fresh flatfish (other species) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.36 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $5.44 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of fresh flatfish (other species) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $31.7 million in 2017 to $23.3 million in 2024, a fall of 26%. The peak was 2018 at $44.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import fresh flatfish (other species)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Egypt, Iceland and Denmark. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $20.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh flatfish (other species)?
The HS code for fresh flatfish (other species) is subheading 0302.29. 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 0302 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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