Ketone-phenols imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ketone-phenols by the United Kingdom reached $10.1 million in 2024 (555 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $14.2 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 | $10.1M | 555 t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 527 t |
| 2022 | $14.2M | 680 t |
| 2021 | $10.4M | 514 t |
| 2020 | $10.3M | 524 t |
| 2019 | $11.9M | 561 t |
| 2018 | $11.1M | 526 t |
| 2017 | $7.6M | 360 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports ketone-phenols from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 69% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.9M | 69% |
| Italy | $807K | 8% |
| India | $749K | 7.4% |
| United States | $356K | 3.5% |
| Germany | $327K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $232K | 2.3% |
| Mexico | $206K | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $202K | 2% |
| Spain | $99K | 1% |
| France | $38K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.18 per kg, close to the world average of $15.17.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ketone-phenols exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported ketone-phenols worth $1.7 million (42 tonnes). Most of it went to United States (34%), France (15%), Ireland (11%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+455% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $581K | 34% |
| France | $253K | 15% |
| Ireland | $181K | 11% |
| Germany | $146K | 8.6% |
| China | $95K | 5.6% |
| Nigeria | $60K | 3.5% |
| Hong Kong | $41K | 2.4% |
| Vietnam | $40K | 2.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $28K | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $27K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom ketone-phenols imports (HS 2914.50): 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 2914.50: Ketone-phenols and ketones with other oxygen function.
Common questions
What is the value of ketone-phenols imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported ketone-phenols worth $10.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 555 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 133 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply ketone-phenols to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($6.9 million), followed by Italy (8%) and India (7%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 151% on the year.
What is the average import price of ketone-phenols per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.18 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $15.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ketone-phenols to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.6 million in 2017 to $10.1 million in 2024, an increase of 34%. The peak was 2022 at $14.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export ketone-phenols?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, France and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for ketone-phenols?
The HS code for ketone-phenols is subheading 2914.50. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2914 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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