Frozen lamb carcasses exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of frozen lamb carcasses by the United Kingdom reached $10.4 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 65 countries. That is 125% more than in 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 | $10.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $8.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 709 t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 780 t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 657 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports frozen lamb carcasses to
Germany alone took 88% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+243% on the year before).
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.69 per kg, 33% above the world average of $5.77. 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.
Frozen lamb carcasses imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $1.0 million of frozen lamb carcasses in 2024 (129 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Spain (46%), Australia (23%), Ireland (9%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+274% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $457K | 46% |
| Australia | $227K | 23% |
| Ireland | $93K | 9.3% |
| France | $64K | 6.4% |
| Netherlands | $56K | 5.6% |
| Greece | $37K | 3.7% |
| Romania | $36K | 3.6% |
| New Zealand | $20K | 2% |
| Bulgaria | $4K | 0.4% |
| Hungary | $4K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom frozen lamb carcasses exports (HS 0204.30): 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 0204.30: Meat: of sheep, lamb carcasses and half-carcasses, frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen lamb carcasses exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported frozen lamb carcasses worth $10.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 65 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 125% on 2023.
Which countries buy frozen lamb carcasses from the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest buyer with 88% of the value ($9.2 million), followed by Oman (2%) and Canada (2%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 24 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 249% on the year.
What is the average export price of frozen lamb carcasses per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.69 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $5.77 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of frozen lamb carcasses from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $10.4 million in 2024, an increase of 137%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import frozen lamb carcasses?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Spain, Australia and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $9.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen lamb carcasses?
The HS code for frozen lamb carcasses is subheading 0204.30. 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?
Shipment-level records for the United Kingdom reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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