Melamine-formaldehyde resins imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $9.2 million of melamine-formaldehyde resins in 2024 (3.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 5% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $12.8 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 | $9.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2023 | $9.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $12.8M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $11.3M | 4.4K t |
| 2020 | $7.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $8.6M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $8.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $8.7M | 3.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports melamine-formaldehyde resins from
The largest suppliers were Norway (45%), Germany (39%), Italy (5%). Among the main suppliers, Slovenia grew fastest (+702% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $4.1M | 45% |
| Germany | $3.6M | 39% |
| Italy | $501K | 5.5% |
| Slovenia | $300K | 3.3% |
| Sweden | $199K | 2.2% |
| Slovakia | $113K | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | $71K | 0.8% |
| China | $48K | 0.5% |
| United States | $34K | 0.4% |
| Indonesia | $33K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.86 per kg, 118% above the world average of $1.31. 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.
Melamine-formaldehyde resins exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $2.3 million of melamine-formaldehyde resins in 2024 (613 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Australia (47%), Germany (13%), France (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+727% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $1.1M | 47% |
| Germany | $307K | 14% |
| France | $226K | 9.9% |
| China | $201K | 8.8% |
| Sri Lanka | $68K | 3% |
| United States | $68K | 3% |
| Belgium | $65K | 2.8% |
| Sweden | $39K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $37K | 1.6% |
| Poland | $31K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom melamine-formaldehyde resins imports (HS 3909.20): 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 3909.20: Amino-resins: melamine resins, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of melamine-formaldehyde resins imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported melamine-formaldehyde resins worth $9.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 159 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply melamine-formaldehyde resins to the United Kingdom?
Norway was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by Germany (39%) and Italy (5%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Slovenia grew fastest among the top ten, up 702% on the year.
What is the average import price of melamine-formaldehyde resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.86 per kg in 2024, 118% above the world average of $1.31 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of melamine-formaldehyde resins to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.7 million in 2017 to $9.2 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2022 at $12.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export melamine-formaldehyde resins?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Australia, Germany and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $6.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for melamine-formaldehyde resins?
The HS code for melamine-formaldehyde resins is subheading 3909.20. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3909 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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