Margarine (solid) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported margarine (solid) worth $168.2 million (95.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 218 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 10% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $216.6 million.
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 | $168.2M | 95.8K t |
| 2023 | $187.4M | 99.1K t |
| 2022 | $216.6M | 128.4K t |
| 2021 | $141.7M | 92.6K t |
| 2020 | $110.1M | 81.7K t |
| 2019 | $119.7M | 91.8K t |
| 2018 | $88.8M | 58.8K t |
| 2017 | $85.8M | 58.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports margarine (solid) from
Most of the value came from Poland (47%), Belgium (24%), Germany (13%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $79.5M | 47% |
| Belgium | $40.9M | 24% |
| Germany | $21.5M | 13% |
| Netherlands | $18.4M | 11% |
| Denmark | $4.9M | 2.9% |
| Ireland | $2.2M | 1.3% |
| Romania | $255K | 0.2% |
| France | $107K | 0.1% |
| Portugal | $92K | 0.1% |
| United States | $52K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.76 per kg, close to the world average of $1.76.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Margarine (solid) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $20.0 million of margarine (solid) in 2024 (10.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Ireland (46%), Belgium (16%), Malta (8%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $9.2M | 46% |
| Belgium | $3.1M | 16% |
| Malta | $1.7M | 8.3% |
| Cyprus | $1.3M | 6.3% |
| Australia | $1.1M | 5.5% |
| Nigeria | $654K | 3.3% |
| France | $624K | 3.1% |
| Spain | $393K | 2% |
| Fiji | $303K | 1.5% |
| China | $289K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom margarine (solid) imports (HS 1517.10): 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 1517.10: Margarine: excluding liquid margarine.
Common questions
What is the value of margarine (solid) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported margarine (solid) worth $168.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 95.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 218 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply margarine (solid) to the United Kingdom?
Poland was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($79.5 million), followed by Belgium (24%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 40% on the year.
What is the average import price of margarine (solid) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.76 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.76 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of margarine (solid) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $85.8 million in 2017 to $168.2 million in 2024, an increase of 96%. The peak was 2022 at $216.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $139.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export margarine (solid)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $20.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Belgium and Malta. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $148.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for margarine (solid)?
The HS code for margarine (solid) is subheading 1517.10. It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1517 page.
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