Live primates imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of live primates by the United Kingdom reached $16.0 million in 2024 (8 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 71 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 15% on 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16.0M | 8 t |
| 2023 | $13.9M | 14 t |
| 2022 | $8.9M | 12 t |
| 2021 | $11.7M | 18 t |
| 2020 | $8.6M | 10 t |
| 2019 | $10.8M | 14 t |
| 2018 | $9.4M | 14 t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 7 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports live primates from
One supplier dominates: Mauritius accounted for 69% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mauritius | $11.1M | 69% |
| Vietnam | $4.3M | 27% |
| Belgium | $508K | 3.2% |
| Spain | $79K | 0.5% |
| France | $8K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $7K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $6K | 0% |
| Slovakia | $4K | 0% |
| Egypt | $4K | 0% |
| Ireland | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,903.52 per kg, close to the world average of $2,153.37.
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 live primates imports (HS 0106.11): 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 0106.11: Mammals: live, primates.
Common questions
What is the value of live primates imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported live primates worth $16.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 71 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply live primates to the United Kingdom?
Mauritius was the largest supplier with 69% of the value ($11.1 million), followed by Vietnam (27%) and Belgium (3%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 284% on the year.
What is the average import price of live primates per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1,903.52 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $2,153.37 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of live primates to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $16.0 million in 2024, an increase of 143%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for live primates?
The HS code for live primates is subheading 0106.11. 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?
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