Liquid fuel cookers imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of liquid fuel cookers by the United Kingdom reached $2.4 million in 2024 (291 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 196 countries for imports of this product. That is 5% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.6 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 | $2.4M | 291 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 380 t |
| 2022 | $9.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $7.6M | 841 t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 479 t |
| 2019 | $3.8M | 590 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 513 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 334 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports liquid fuel cookers from
China alone supplied 76% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.8M | 76% |
| Ireland | $158K | 6.6% |
| Finland | $132K | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $96K | 4% |
| Spain | $77K | 3.2% |
| United States | $44K | 1.8% |
| Taiwan | $18K | 0.7% |
| France | $13K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $12K | 0.5% |
| Sweden | $8K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.24 per kg, 54% above the world average of $5.36. 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.
Liquid fuel cookers exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.4 million of liquid fuel cookers in 2024 (122 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 99 countries for exports of this product. One buyer market dominates: Ireland accounted for 53% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $726K | 53% |
| United States | $360K | 26% |
| France | $74K | 5.4% |
| Netherlands | $74K | 5.4% |
| Belgium | $36K | 2.6% |
| Bahrain | $24K | 1.8% |
| Kuwait | $17K | 1.2% |
| South Africa | $11K | 0.8% |
| China | $8K | 0.6% |
| Hungary | $7K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom liquid fuel cookers imports (HS 7321.12): 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 7321.12: Cooking appliances and plate warmers: for liquid fuel, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of liquid fuel cookers imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported liquid fuel cookers worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 291 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 196 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply liquid fuel cookers to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Ireland (7%) and Finland (6%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 72% on the year.
What is the average import price of liquid fuel cookers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.24 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $5.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of liquid fuel cookers to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 40%. The peak was 2022 at $9.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export liquid fuel cookers?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the United States and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for liquid fuel cookers?
The HS code for liquid fuel cookers is subheading 7321.12. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7321 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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