Halogenated butyl rubber exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported halogenated butyl rubber worth $244.1 million (87.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 62 countries for exports of this product. That is 25% more than in 2023. 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 | $244.1M | 87.3K t |
| 2023 | $194.7M | 55.4K t |
| 2022 | $255.6M | 86.2K t |
| 2021 | $226.4M | 88.2K t |
| 2020 | $173.0M | 126.5K t |
| 2019 | $252.5M | 119.8K t |
| 2018 | $224.5M | 110.2K t |
| 2017 | $190.0M | 91.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports halogenated butyl rubber to
Most of it went to Belgium (46%), Netherlands (17%), Turkey (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $111.7M | 46% |
| Netherlands | $40.9M | 17% |
| Turkey | $16.7M | 6.8% |
| India | $12.5M | 5.1% |
| Germany | $11.2M | 4.6% |
| Serbia | $6.5M | 2.7% |
| France | $6.0M | 2.5% |
| United States | $5.7M | 2.3% |
| Singapore | $5.2M | 2.2% |
| Thailand | $5.0M | 2.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.80 per kg, close to the world average of $2.50.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Halogenated butyl rubber imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported halogenated butyl rubber worth $737 thousand (141 tonnes). Most of the value came from Germany (19%), Belgium (18%), Netherlands (15%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+286% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $142K | 19% |
| Belgium | $131K | 18% |
| Netherlands | $112K | 15% |
| Poland | $81K | 11% |
| United States | $80K | 11% |
| China | $77K | 11% |
| Serbia | $46K | 6.2% |
| India | $29K | 4% |
| Sweden | $11K | 1.5% |
| Lithuania | $9K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom halogenated butyl rubber exports (HS 4002.39): 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 4002.39: Rubber: synthetic, halo-isobutene-isoprene rubber (CIIR or BIIR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip.
Common questions
What is the value of halogenated butyl rubber exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported halogenated butyl rubber worth $244.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 87.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 62 countries worldwide, with 13% of world exports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries buy halogenated butyl rubber from the United Kingdom?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($111.7 million), followed by the Netherlands (17%) and Turkey (7%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 40 buyer countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 98% on the year.
What is the average export price of halogenated butyl rubber per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.80 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $2.50 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of halogenated butyl rubber from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $190.0 million in 2017 to $244.1 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. The peak was 2022 at $255.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $220.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import halogenated butyl rubber?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $737 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $243.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for halogenated butyl rubber?
The HS code for halogenated butyl rubber is subheading 4002.39. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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