Mannitol imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $14.5 million of mannitol in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 140 countries. Value rose 20% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $14.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $12.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $8.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $9.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $9.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $8.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $7.6M | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 1.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports mannitol from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 95% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $13.9M | 95% |
| Italy | $188K | 1.3% |
| Belgium | $127K | 0.9% |
| China | $105K | 0.7% |
| Ireland | $102K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $73K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $53K | 0.4% |
| Poland | $14K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $6K | 0% |
| Spain | $5K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.44 per kg, 61% above the world average of $6.49. 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 mannitol imports (HS 2905.43): 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 2905.43: Alcohols: polyhydric, mannitol.
Common questions
What is the value of mannitol imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported mannitol worth $14.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 140 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply mannitol to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 95% of the value ($13.9 million), followed by Italy (1%) and Belgium (1%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 424% on the year.
What is the average import price of mannitol per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.44 per kg in 2024, 61% above the world average of $6.49 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of mannitol to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $14.5 million in 2024, an increase of 121%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for mannitol?
The HS code for mannitol is subheading 2905.43. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2905 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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