Milk fat exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of milk fat by the United Kingdom reached $111.8 million in 2024 (16.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 110 countries. That is 4% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $158.3 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $111.8M | 16.2K t |
| 2023 | $116.8M | 16.3K t |
| 2022 | $106.6M | 13.2K t |
| 2021 | $101.8M | 15.5K t |
| 2020 | $104.6M | 20.1K t |
| 2019 | $128.4M | 20.6K t |
| 2018 | $158.3M | 22.0K t |
| 2017 | $117.1M | 19.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports milk fat to
The largest buyer markets were Italy (38%), France (22%), Netherlands (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+90% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $42.7M | 38% |
| France | $24.7M | 22% |
| Netherlands | $19.8M | 18% |
| Belgium | $9.0M | 8% |
| Spain | $3.6M | 3.2% |
| Sweden | $1.8M | 1.6% |
| Poland | $1.6M | 1.4% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 1.3% |
| Ireland | $1.2M | 1% |
| Lebanon | $1.1M | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.88 per kg, close to the world average of $6.89.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Milk fat imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of milk fat by the United Kingdom reached $30.7 million in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Netherlands alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, New Zealand grew fastest (+869% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $17.3M | 56% |
| Ireland | $5.5M | 18% |
| New Zealand | $3.6M | 12% |
| Belgium | $2.3M | 7.6% |
| Germany | $767K | 2.5% |
| India | $474K | 1.5% |
| France | $233K | 0.8% |
| Bulgaria | $155K | 0.5% |
| Poland | $65K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $43K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom milk fat exports (HS 0405.90): 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 0405.90: Dairy produce: fats and oils derived from milk (other than butter or dairy spreads).
Common questions
What is the value of milk fat exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported milk fat worth $111.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 110 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy milk fat from the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest buyer with 38% of the value ($42.7 million), followed by France (22%) and the Netherlands (18%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 50 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 90% on the year.
What is the average export price of milk fat per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.88 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $6.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of milk fat from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $117.1 million in 2017 to $111.8 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2018 at $158.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $118.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import milk fat?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $30.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands, Ireland and New Zealand. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $81.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for milk fat?
The HS code for milk fat is subheading 0405.90. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0405 page.
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