Lactones imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported lactones worth $92.2 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 176 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 33% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $137.4 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 | $92.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $137.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $136.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $50.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $88.8M | 13.7K t |
| 2019 | $101.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $104.7M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $126.1M | 2.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports lactones from
The largest suppliers were Ireland (42%), China (18%), Netherlands (11%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $38.9M | 42% |
| China | $16.2M | 18% |
| Netherlands | $9.9M | 11% |
| Germany | $6.0M | 6.6% |
| Switzerland | $5.2M | 5.6% |
| Hungary | $5.0M | 5.4% |
| United States | $3.2M | 3.5% |
| Mexico | $3.1M | 3.3% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 1.6% |
| India | $1.0M | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.07 per kg, 213% above the world average of $12.82. 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.
Lactones exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of lactones by the United Kingdom reached $77.3 million in 2024 (10.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 91 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were United States (30%), Germany (15%), Spain (14%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $22.9M | 30% |
| Germany | $11.8M | 15% |
| Spain | $10.8M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $8.5M | 11% |
| Belgium | $4.0M | 5.2% |
| China | $4.0M | 5.1% |
| Japan | $3.4M | 4.4% |
| France | $2.4M | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $1.7M | 2.1% |
| India | $1.5M | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom lactones imports (HS 2932.20): 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 2932.20: Heterocyclic compounds: with oxygen hetero-atom(s) only, containing an unfused furan ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure, lactones.
Common questions
What is the value of lactones imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported lactones worth $92.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 176 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply lactones to the United Kingdom?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($38.9 million), followed by China (18%) and the Netherlands (11%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 76% on the year.
What is the average import price of lactones per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40.07 per kg in 2024, 213% above the world average of $12.82 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of lactones to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $126.1 million in 2017 to $92.2 million in 2024, a fall of 27%. The peak was 2023 at $137.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $104.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export lactones?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $77.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and Spain. That compares with imports of $92.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for lactones?
The HS code for lactones is subheading 2932.20. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2932 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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