Live insects (other than bees) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $15.5 million of live insects (other than bees) in 2024 (456 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 94 countries. That is 11% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
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 | $15.5M | 456 t |
| 2023 | $14.0M | 396 t |
| 2022 | $14.6M | 392 t |
| 2021 | $16.9M | 427 t |
| 2020 | $13.9M | 323 t |
| 2019 | $12.3M | 302 t |
| 2018 | $11.0M | 153 t |
| 2017 | $6.3M | 99 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports live insects (other than bees) to
Netherlands alone took 53% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $8.2M | 53% |
| France | $3.6M | 24% |
| United States | $2.0M | 13% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 7.6% |
| Armenia | $153K | 1% |
| Kazakhstan | $113K | 0.7% |
| Ireland | $87K | 0.6% |
| Serbia | $39K | 0.3% |
| Kenya | $32K | 0.2% |
| Norway | $29K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $33.90 per kg, close to the world average of $41.47.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Live insects (other than bees) imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of live insects (other than bees) by the United Kingdom reached $14.5 million in 2024 (382 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 111 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from Netherlands (23%), Morocco (21%), Belgium (16%). Among the main suppliers, Morocco grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom live insects (other than bees) exports (HS 0106.49): 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 0106.49: Insects: live, other than bees.
Common questions
What is the value of live insects (other than bees) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported live insects (other than bees) worth $15.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 456 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 94 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy live insects (other than bees) from the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 53% of the value ($8.2 million), followed by France (24%) and the United States (13%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 25 buyer countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 313% on the year.
What is the average export price of live insects (other than bees) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $33.90 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $41.47 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of live insects (other than bees) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.3 million in 2017 to $15.5 million in 2024, an increase of 146%. The peak was 2021 at $16.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import live insects (other than bees)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $14.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands, Morocco and Belgium. That compares with exports of $15.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for live insects (other than bees)?
The HS code for live insects (other than bees) is subheading 0106.49. It sits in HS chapter 01 (animals; live). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0106 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
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