Gypsum plaster imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $27.4 million of gypsum plaster in 2024 (91.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 210 countries. Value fell 47% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $53.3 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 | $27.4M | 91.1K t |
| 2023 | $52.2M | 411.7K t |
| 2022 | $53.3M | 111.8K t |
| 2021 | $37.6M | 99.9K t |
| 2020 | $33.6M | 420.1K t |
| 2019 | $25.2M | 337.4K t |
| 2018 | $29.9M | 373.5K t |
| 2017 | $28.9M | 517.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports gypsum plaster from
Ireland alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $13.9M | 51% |
| Germany | $5.4M | 20% |
| France | $3.1M | 11% |
| Italy | $907K | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $773K | 2.8% |
| Poland | $699K | 2.6% |
| Portugal | $674K | 2.5% |
| United States | $627K | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $598K | 2.2% |
| Spain | $575K | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.30 per kg, 114% above the world average of $0.14. 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.
Gypsum plaster exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $20.9 million of gypsum plaster in 2024 (29.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. Most of it went to Turkey (18%), Ireland (15%), Germany (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+80% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $3.7M | 18% |
| Ireland | $3.2M | 15% |
| Germany | $1.9M | 9.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 7.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.4M | 6.9% |
| France | $1.3M | 6% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 5.9% |
| United States | $711K | 3.4% |
| Poland | $612K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $562K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom gypsum plaster imports (HS 2520.20): 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 2520.20: Plasters: (consisting of calcined gypsum or calcium sulphate), whether or not coloured, with or without small quantities of accelerators or retarders.
Common questions
What is the value of gypsum plaster imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported gypsum plaster worth $27.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 91.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 210 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply gypsum plaster to the United Kingdom?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($13.9 million), followed by Germany (20%) and France (11%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average import price of gypsum plaster per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.30 per kg in 2024, 114% above the world average of $0.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of gypsum plaster to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.9 million in 2017 to $27.4 million in 2024, a fall of 5%. The peak was 2022 at $53.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $36.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export gypsum plaster?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $20.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Turkey, Ireland and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $6.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for gypsum plaster?
The HS code for gypsum plaster is subheading 2520.20. It sits in HS chapter 25 (salt; sulphur; earths, stone; plastering materials, lime and cement). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2520 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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