Mandarins imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $241.5 million of mandarins in 2024 (191.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 197 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 3% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $241.5M | 191.6K t |
| 2023 | $234.4M | 189.9K t |
| 2022 | $206.0M | 177.8K t |
| 2021 | $177.9M | 156.3K t |
| 2020 | $185.8M | 159.3K t |
| 2019 | $159.9M | 147.0K t |
| 2018 | $172.4M | 141.8K t |
| 2017 | $156.5M | 133.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports mandarins from
The largest suppliers were Spain (37%), South Africa (34%), Morocco (21%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $88.9M | 37% |
| South Africa | $81.6M | 34% |
| Morocco | $50.5M | 21% |
| Peru | $5.8M | 2.4% |
| Egypt | $4.9M | 2.1% |
| Israel | $1.6M | 0.7% |
| Turkey | $1.6M | 0.7% |
| Cyprus | $1.4M | 0.6% |
| Chile | $1.2M | 0.5% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.26 per kg, 22% above the world average of $1.03. 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.
Mandarins exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $511 thousand of mandarins in 2024 (147 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Hong Kong accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $346K | 68% |
| Ireland | $57K | 11% |
| Singapore | $29K | 5.7% |
| Spain | $27K | 5.3% |
| Netherlands | $19K | 3.8% |
| Senegal | $12K | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $11K | 2.2% |
| Peru | $9K | 1.8% |
| Denmark | $0K | 0.1% |
| Luxembourg | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom mandarins imports (HS 0805.21): 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 0805.21: Fruit, edible: mandarins (including tangerines and satsumas), fresh or dried.
Common questions
What is the value of mandarins imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported mandarins worth $241.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 191.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 197 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply mandarins to the United Kingdom?
Spain was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($88.9 million), followed by South Africa (34%) and Morocco (21%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 30% on the year.
What is the average import price of mandarins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.26 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $1.03 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of mandarins to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $156.5 million in 2017 to $241.5 million in 2024, an increase of 54%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $191.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export mandarins?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $511 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Ireland and Singapore. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $241.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for mandarins?
The HS code for mandarins is subheading 0805.21. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0805 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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