Lactose syrup imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported lactose syrup worth $3.0 million (1.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 56% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $6.9 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 | $3.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 952 t |
| 2022 | $4.4M | 477 t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 168 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 366 t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 648 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 837 t |
| 2017 | $4.7M | 2.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports lactose syrup from
Most of the value came from Germany (43%), France (26%), China (21%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.3M | 43% |
| France | $772K | 26% |
| China | $625K | 21% |
| Ireland | $140K | 4.6% |
| Denmark | $41K | 1.4% |
| United States | $31K | 1% |
| Taiwan | $23K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $20K | 0.7% |
| Belgium | $16K | 0.5% |
| India | $13K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.94 per kg, 113% above the world average of $1.38. 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.
Lactose syrup exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of lactose syrup by the United Kingdom reached $703 thousand in 2024 (918 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (25%), Germany (22%), India (21%). Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+566% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $175K | 25% |
| Germany | $155K | 22% |
| India | $150K | 21% |
| United States | $60K | 8.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $47K | 6.7% |
| Australia | $41K | 5.8% |
| Denmark | $24K | 3.4% |
| Canada | $23K | 3.3% |
| Bangladesh | $6K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $4K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom lactose syrup imports (HS 1702.19): 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 1702.19: Sugars: lactose and lactose syrup, containing by weight less than 99% lactose, expressed as anhydrous lactose, calculated on the dry matter.
Common questions
What is the value of lactose syrup imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported lactose syrup worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 172 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 56% on 2023.
Which countries supply lactose syrup to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by France (26%) and China (21%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 461% on the year.
What is the average import price of lactose syrup per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.94 per kg in 2024, 113% above the world average of $1.38 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of lactose syrup to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.7 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, a fall of 36%. The peak was 2023 at $6.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export lactose syrup?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $703 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Germany and India. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for lactose syrup?
The HS code for lactose syrup is subheading 1702.19. It sits in HS chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1702 page.
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