Methacrylic acid imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported methacrylic acid worth $19.3 million (9.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 92 countries for imports of this product. That is 30% more than in 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 | $19.3M | 9.0K t |
| 2023 | $14.9M | 6.3K t |
| 2022 | $15.0M | 5.0K t |
| 2021 | $10.3M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $7.8M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $13.2M | 5.5K t |
| 2018 | $23.3M | 8.6K t |
| 2017 | $18.3M | 8.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports methacrylic acid from
Most of the value came from Germany (32%), Thailand (28%), South Korea (23%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+305% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $6.3M | 32% |
| Thailand | $5.4M | 28% |
| South Korea | $4.5M | 23% |
| China | $2.3M | 12% |
| Japan | $550K | 2.8% |
| Belgium | $155K | 0.8% |
| United States | $102K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $86K | 0.5% |
| Poland | $21K | 0.1% |
| India | $12K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.16 per kg, close to the world average of $2.32.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Methacrylic acid exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported methacrylic acid worth $1.2 million (254 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+95% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $639K | 53% |
| Singapore | $290K | 24% |
| Malaysia | $128K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $110K | 9.1% |
| Portugal | $18K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $9K | 0.8% |
| United States | $7K | 0.6% |
| Japan | $6K | 0.5% |
| Ireland | $3K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom methacrylic acid imports (HS 2916.13): 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 2916.13: Acids: unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: methacrylic acid and its salts.
Common questions
What is the value of methacrylic acid imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported methacrylic acid worth $19.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 92 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply methacrylic acid to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($6.3 million), followed by Thailand (28%) and South Korea (23%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 305% on the year.
What is the average import price of methacrylic acid per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.16 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $2.32 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of methacrylic acid to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.3 million in 2017 to $19.3 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2018 at $23.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export methacrylic acid?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Singapore and Malaysia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $18.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for methacrylic acid?
The HS code for methacrylic acid is subheading 2916.13. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2916 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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