Homogenised meat preparations imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported homogenised meat preparations worth $4.1 million (371 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 147% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $25.8 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 | $4.1M | 371 t |
| 2023 | $1.6M | 219 t |
| 2022 | $1.9M | 329 t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $11.1M | 4.1K t |
| 2019 | $17.8M | 5.8K t |
| 2018 | $15.4M | 4.8K t |
| 2017 | $25.8M | 6.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports homogenised meat preparations from
Ireland alone supplied 68% of it. Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $2.8M | 69% |
| Romania | $411K | 10% |
| France | $248K | 6.1% |
| Spain | $154K | 3.8% |
| Poland | $90K | 2.2% |
| Portugal | $80K | 2% |
| Netherlands | $76K | 1.9% |
| Greece | $65K | 1.6% |
| Czech Republic | $55K | 1.3% |
| Slovakia | $43K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.99 per kg, 147% above the world average of $4.45. 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.
Homogenised meat preparations exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of homogenised meat preparations by the United Kingdom reached $250 thousand in 2024 (31 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (24%), Hong Kong (22%), Bermuda (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+359% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $61K | 25% |
| Hong Kong | $56K | 22% |
| Bermuda | $44K | 18% |
| Cyprus | $29K | 12% |
| Brunei | $23K | 9.3% |
| Cayman Isds | $15K | 6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $12K | 4.9% |
| Seychelles | $2K | 0.9% |
| Slovakia | $2K | 0.8% |
| Gambia | $2K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom homogenised meat preparations imports (HS 1602.10): 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 1602.10: Meat preparations: homogenised preparations of meat, meat offal or blood.
Common questions
What is the value of homogenised meat preparations imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported homogenised meat preparations worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 371 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 179 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 147% on 2023.
Which countries supply homogenised meat preparations to the United Kingdom?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by Romania (10%) and France (6%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 241% on the year.
What is the average import price of homogenised meat preparations per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.99 per kg in 2024, 147% above the world average of $4.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of homogenised meat preparations to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $25.8 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, a fall of 84%. The peak was 2017 at $25.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export homogenised meat preparations?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $250 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Hong Kong and Bermuda. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $3.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for homogenised meat preparations?
The HS code for homogenised meat preparations is subheading 1602.10. It sits in HS chapter 16 (meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1602 page.
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