Frozen potatoes imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported frozen potatoes worth $7.3 million (5.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $17.8 million.
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 | $7.3M | 5.2K t |
| 2023 | $7.3M | 6.4K t |
| 2022 | $6.8M | 15.7K t |
| 2021 | $17.3M | 37.5K t |
| 2020 | $17.8M | 43.4K t |
| 2019 | $17.7M | 42.4K t |
| 2018 | $13.4M | 38.5K t |
| 2017 | $13.2M | 37.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports frozen potatoes from
The largest suppliers were Ireland (42%), Netherlands (24%), Belgium (15%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+576% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $3.1M | 42% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 24% |
| Belgium | $1.1M | 15% |
| Poland | $562K | 7.7% |
| France | $223K | 3.1% |
| Cyprus | $148K | 2% |
| Turkey | $104K | 1.4% |
| Austria | $74K | 1% |
| Spain | $44K | 0.6% |
| Italy | $44K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.41 per kg, 76% above the world average of $0.80. 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 potatoes exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of frozen potatoes by the United Kingdom reached $3.2 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Egypt (40%), United States (19%), Belgium (6%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+100% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $1.3M | 40% |
| United States | $630K | 19% |
| Belgium | $192K | 5.9% |
| Italy | $170K | 5.3% |
| Morocco | $159K | 4.9% |
| France | $123K | 3.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $88K | 2.7% |
| Hong Kong | $82K | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $60K | 1.9% |
| Qatar | $51K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom frozen potatoes imports (HS 0710.10): 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 0710.10: Vegetables: potatoes, uncooked or cooked by steaming or boiling in water, frozen.
Common questions
What is the value of frozen potatoes imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported frozen potatoes worth $7.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 206 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply frozen potatoes to the United Kingdom?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by the Netherlands (24%) and Belgium (15%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 576% on the year.
What is the average import price of frozen potatoes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.41 per kg in 2024, 76% above the world average of $0.80 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of frozen potatoes to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.2 million in 2017 to $7.3 million in 2024, a fall of 45%. The peak was 2020 at $17.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export frozen potatoes?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, the United States and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for frozen potatoes?
The HS code for frozen potatoes is subheading 0710.10. It sits in HS chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0710 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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