Lead anti-knock additive exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of lead anti-knock additive by the United Kingdom reached $42.6 million in 2024 (16.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 49 countries. That is 21% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $72.2 million.
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 | $42.6M | 16.3K t |
| 2023 | $35.1M | 7.0K t |
| 2022 | $38.8M | 11.1K t |
| 2021 | $39.7M | 9.3K t |
| 2020 | $35.0M | 10.1K t |
| 2019 | $37.8M | 5.6K t |
| 2018 | $34.4M | 5.8K t |
| 2017 | $72.2M | 9.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports lead anti-knock additive to
The largest buyer markets were United States (41%), Netherlands (17%), South Korea (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Estonia grew fastest (+111% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $17.5M | 41% |
| Netherlands | $7.3M | 17% |
| South Korea | $5.0M | 12% |
| Estonia | $3.8M | 9% |
| Australia | $3.8M | 8.8% |
| Bolivia | $2.0M | 4.7% |
| Colombia | $1.2M | 2.9% |
| Chile | $1.2M | 2.9% |
| France | $618K | 1.5% |
| Czech Republic | $71K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.61 per kg, 32% above the world average of $1.97. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom lead anti-knock additive exports (HS 3811.11): 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 3811.11: Anti-knock preparations: based on lead compounds.
Common questions
What is the value of lead anti-knock additive exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported lead anti-knock additive worth $42.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 49 countries worldwide, with 73% of world exports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries buy lead anti-knock additive from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 41% of the value ($17.5 million), followed by the Netherlands (17%) and South Korea (12%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. Estonia grew fastest among the top ten, up 111% on the year.
What is the average export price of lead anti-knock additive per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.61 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $1.97 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of lead anti-knock additive from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $72.2 million in 2017 to $42.6 million in 2024, a fall of 41%. The peak was 2017 at $72.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $41.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for lead anti-knock additive?
The HS code for lead anti-knock additive is subheading 3811.11. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3811 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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