Inorganic salts (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported inorganic salts (other) worth $15.8 million (4.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 58% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 22% a year on average.
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 | $15.8M | 4.5K t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $15.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $9.3M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $4.1M | 1.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports inorganic salts (other) from
United States alone supplied 68% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+239% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $10.7M | 68% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 13% |
| China | $1.8M | 11% |
| Turkey | $346K | 2.2% |
| Philippines | $301K | 1.9% |
| India | $142K | 0.9% |
| Poland | $82K | 0.5% |
| Brazil | $72K | 0.5% |
| Taiwan | $51K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $51K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.53 per kg, 34% below the world average of $5.35, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Inorganic salts (other) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported inorganic salts (other) worth $11.9 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 87 countries. The largest buyer markets were United States (30%), Netherlands (20%), Norway (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Taiwan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.6M | 30% |
| Netherlands | $2.4M | 21% |
| Norway | $1.6M | 13% |
| Germany | $812K | 6.8% |
| Belgium | $779K | 6.5% |
| Ireland | $428K | 3.6% |
| Czech Republic | $361K | 3% |
| Japan | $260K | 2.2% |
| Taiwan | $203K | 1.7% |
| France | $197K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom inorganic salts (other) imports (HS 2842.90): 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 2842.90: Salts: of inorganic acids or peroxoacids, other than double or complex silicates, including aluminosilicates, whether or not chemically, excluding azides.
Common questions
What is the value of inorganic salts (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported inorganic salts (other) worth $15.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 171 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 58% on 2023.
Which countries supply inorganic salts (other) to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($10.7 million), followed by Germany (13%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. The Philippines grew fastest among the top ten, up 309% on the year.
What is the average import price of inorganic salts (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.53 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $5.35 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of inorganic salts (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.1 million in 2017 to $15.8 million in 2024, an increase of 291%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export inorganic salts (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $11.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, the Netherlands and Norway. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for inorganic salts (other)?
The HS code for inorganic salts (other) is subheading 2842.90. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2842 page.
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