General lubricant exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported general lubricant worth $158.5 million (25.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 168 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $158.5M | 25.2K t |
| 2023 | $157.6M | 26.2K t |
| 2022 | $166.5M | 32.8K t |
| 2021 | $184.8M | 35.4K t |
| 2020 | $156.5M | 34.2K t |
| 2019 | $180.6M | 41.8K t |
| 2018 | $178.7M | 40.5K t |
| 2017 | $146.0M | 34.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports general lubricant to
The largest buyer markets were Singapore (7%), India (7%), Turkey (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 21%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+81% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $11.4M | 7.2% |
| India | $10.9M | 6.9% |
| Turkey | $10.4M | 6.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $9.8M | 6.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $8.1M | 5.1% |
| United States | $8.1M | 5.1% |
| Czech Republic | $6.8M | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $6.2M | 3.9% |
| Ireland | $5.8M | 3.6% |
| Germany | $4.5M | 2.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.28 per kg, 28% above the world average of $4.90. 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.
General lubricant imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported general lubricant worth $127.2 million (24.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. Most of the value came from Germany (28%), Netherlands (20%), France (19%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $35.2M | 28% |
| Netherlands | $25.6M | 20% |
| France | $23.8M | 19% |
| Belgium | $21.2M | 17% |
| United States | $6.6M | 5.2% |
| Spain | $3.9M | 3.1% |
| Italy | $3.2M | 2.5% |
| Switzerland | $2.8M | 2.2% |
| Denmark | $1.5M | 1.2% |
| Sweden | $797K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom general lubricant exports (HS 3403.19): 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 3403.19: Lubricating preparations: (other than for the treatment of textile and similar materials), containing less than 70% (by weight) of petroleum oils or oils obtained from bituminous minerals.
Common questions
What is the value of general lubricant exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported general lubricant worth $158.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 168 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries buy general lubricant from the United Kingdom?
Singapore was the largest buyer with 7% of the value ($11.4 million), followed by India (7%) and Turkey (7%). The top three together account for 21%, out of 137 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 81% on the year.
What is the average export price of general lubricant per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.28 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $4.90 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of general lubricant from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $146.0 million in 2017 to $158.5 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2021 at $184.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $166.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import general lubricant?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $127.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, the Netherlands and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $31.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for general lubricant?
The HS code for general lubricant is subheading 3403.19. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3403 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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