Maple sugar imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of maple sugar by the United Kingdom reached $33.5 million in 2024 (5.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 188 countries for imports of this product. That is 11% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $33.5M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $30.2M | 4.4K t |
| 2022 | $28.4M | 4.4K t |
| 2021 | $31.0M | 4.8K t |
| 2020 | $27.0M | 4.6K t |
| 2019 | $23.5M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $18.8M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $19.2M | 3.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports maple sugar from
Canada alone supplied 85% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $28.3M | 85% |
| Denmark | $3.3M | 9.7% |
| Belgium | $664K | 2% |
| United States | $525K | 1.6% |
| Ireland | $195K | 0.6% |
| Barbados | $151K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $104K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $87K | 0.3% |
| Sri Lanka | $81K | 0.2% |
| France | $40K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.69 per kg, close to the world average of $6.78.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Maple sugar exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported maple sugar worth $2.1 million (360 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 110 countries. Most of it went to Ireland (38%), Saudi Arabia (7%), Bahrain (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+163% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $774K | 38% |
| Saudi Arabia | $149K | 7.3% |
| Bahrain | $137K | 6.7% |
| Belgium | $124K | 6.1% |
| Singapore | $113K | 5.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $98K | 4.8% |
| Iraq | $97K | 4.8% |
| France | $60K | 2.9% |
| Kuwait | $59K | 2.9% |
| Cyprus | $55K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom maple sugar imports (HS 1702.20): 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 1702.20: Sugars: maple sugar, chemically pure, in solid form: maple syrup, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter.
Common questions
What is the value of maple sugar imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported maple sugar worth $33.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 188 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply maple sugar to the United Kingdom?
Canada was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($28.3 million), followed by Denmark (10%) and Belgium (2%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 134% on the year.
What is the average import price of maple sugar per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.69 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $6.78 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of maple sugar to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.2 million in 2017 to $33.5 million in 2024, an increase of 75%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $26.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export maple sugar?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $31.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for maple sugar?
The HS code for maple sugar is subheading 1702.20. It sits in HS chapter 17 (sugars and sugar confectionery). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1702 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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