Fresh lamb carcasses exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $626.3 million of fresh lamb carcasses in 2024 (67.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 79 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 7% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average.
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 | $626.3M | 67.7K t |
| 2023 | $587.8M | 74.1K t |
| 2022 | $495.9M | 45.7K t |
| 2021 | $475.3M | 56.9K t |
| 2020 | $320.9M | 49.8K t |
| 2019 | $283.8M | 52.3K t |
| 2018 | $281.0M | 43.5K t |
| 2017 | $268.7M | 47.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports fresh lamb carcasses to
France alone took 73% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $457.6M | 73% |
| Germany | $81.4M | 13% |
| Belgium | $46.4M | 7.4% |
| Netherlands | $16.3M | 2.6% |
| Portugal | $9.5M | 1.5% |
| Kuwait | $8.6M | 1.4% |
| Austria | $1.7M | 0.3% |
| Ireland | $1.6M | 0.3% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $1.2M | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.25 per kg, close to the world average of $8.19.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Fresh lamb carcasses imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported fresh lamb carcasses worth $10.4 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: Ireland accounted for 94% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $9.8M | 94% |
| New Zealand | $255K | 2.5% |
| Australia | $119K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $81K | 0.8% |
| Greece | $48K | 0.5% |
| France | $39K | 0.4% |
| Romania | $32K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $16K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $5K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $4K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom fresh lamb carcasses exports (HS 0204.10): 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 0204.10: Meat: of sheep, lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh lamb carcasses exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported fresh lamb carcasses worth $626.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 67.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 79 countries worldwide, with 34% of world exports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy fresh lamb carcasses from the United Kingdom?
France was the largest buyer with 73% of the value ($457.6 million), followed by Germany (13%) and Belgium (7%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 20 buyer countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 716% on the year.
What is the average export price of fresh lamb carcasses per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.25 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $8.19 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of fresh lamb carcasses from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $268.7 million in 2017 to $626.3 million in 2024, an increase of 133%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $417.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import fresh lamb carcasses?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $10.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Ireland, New Zealand and Australia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $615.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh lamb carcasses?
The HS code for fresh lamb carcasses is subheading 0204.10. It sits in HS chapter 02 (meat and edible meat offal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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