Incinerator ash exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of incinerator ash by the United Kingdom reached $23.0 million in 2024 (31.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 50 countries. Value fell 5% from 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 | $23.0M | 31.9K t |
| 2023 | $24.1M | 30.7K t |
| 2022 | $18.6M | 26.5K t |
| 2021 | $16.4M | 22.4K t |
| 2020 | $8.1M | 12.8K t |
| 2019 | $17.8M | 21.4K t |
| 2018 | $23.1M | 24.3K t |
| 2017 | $15.3M | 20.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports incinerator ash to
One buyer market dominates: Netherlands accounted for 81% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $18.5M | 81% |
| South Korea | $3.2M | 14% |
| Belgium | $1.1M | 4.6% |
| Germany | $114K | 0.5% |
| Thailand | $28K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $25K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $13K | 0.1% |
| France | $11K | 0.1% |
| Czech Republic | $1K | 0% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.72 per kg, 350% above the world average of $0.16. 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.
Incinerator ash imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of incinerator ash by the United Kingdom reached $2.6 million in 2024 (24.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 63 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Turkey (48%), Germany (44%), Netherlands (6%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $1.2M | 48% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 44% |
| Netherlands | $153K | 6% |
| Spain | $27K | 1.1% |
| Ireland | $16K | 0.6% |
| China | $3K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom incinerator ash exports (HS 2621.10): 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 2621.10: Slag and ash: ash and residues from the incineration of municipal waste.
Common questions
What is the value of incinerator ash exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported incinerator ash worth $23.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 31.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 50 countries worldwide, with 25% of world exports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy incinerator ash from the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 81% of the value ($18.5 million), followed by South Korea (14%) and Belgium (5%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 10 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of incinerator ash per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.72 per kg in 2024, 350% above the world average of $0.16 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of incinerator ash from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $15.3 million in 2017 to $23.0 million in 2024, an increase of 50%. The peak was 2023 at $24.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import incinerator ash?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, Germany and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $20.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for incinerator ash?
The HS code for incinerator ash is subheading 2621.10. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2621 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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