Fresh oysters imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of fresh oysters by the United Kingdom reached $5.3 million in 2024 (365 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 100% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 28% a year on average.
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 | $5.3M | 365 t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 281 t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 245 t |
| 2021 | $858K | 94 t |
| 2020 | $601K | 31 t |
| 2019 | $950K | 52 t |
| 2018 | $1.0M | 83 t |
| 2017 | $954K | 114 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports fresh oysters from
One supplier dominates: Ireland accounted for 63% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+186% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $3.4M | 63% |
| France | $1.9M | 37% |
| Italy | $12K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $2K | 0% |
| Iceland | $2K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Sweden | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.59 per kg, 137% above the world average of $6.15. 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.
Fresh oysters exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of fresh oysters by the United Kingdom reached $2.5 million in 2024 (863 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+580% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.4M | 58% |
| Ireland | $379K | 15% |
| Netherlands | $343K | 14% |
| Hong Kong | $153K | 6.2% |
| Namibia | $58K | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $54K | 2.2% |
| Macao | $15K | 0.6% |
| Barbados | $14K | 0.6% |
| Malaysia | $11K | 0.5% |
| Maldives | $5K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom fresh oysters imports (HS 0307.11): 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 0307.11: Molluscs: oysters, whether in shell or not, live, fresh or chilled.
Common questions
What is the value of fresh oysters imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported fresh oysters worth $5.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 365 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 135 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 100% on 2023.
Which countries supply fresh oysters to the United Kingdom?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by France (37%) and Italy (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 186% on the year.
What is the average import price of fresh oysters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.59 per kg in 2024, 137% above the world average of $6.15 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of fresh oysters to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $954 thousand in 2017 to $5.3 million in 2024, an increase of 459%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export fresh oysters?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Ireland and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for fresh oysters?
The HS code for fresh oysters is subheading 0307.11. 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 0307 page.
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