Milk protein products imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $36.0 million of milk protein products in 2024 (16.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $36.0M | 16.6K t |
| 2023 | $35.8M | 16.7K t |
| 2022 | $34.7M | 11.6K t |
| 2021 | $20.4M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $29.2M | 15.5K t |
| 2019 | $43.5M | 35.4K t |
| 2018 | $39.5M | 36.5K t |
| 2017 | $36.1M | 27.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports milk protein products from
Most of the value came from Belgium (25%), Netherlands (22%), Germany (17%). Among the main suppliers, Hungary grew fastest (+265% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $8.9M | 25% |
| Netherlands | $7.8M | 22% |
| Germany | $6.1M | 17% |
| Finland | $3.5M | 9.9% |
| France | $3.2M | 8.9% |
| Denmark | $2.7M | 7.5% |
| Ireland | $1.5M | 4.1% |
| Hungary | $830K | 2.3% |
| Austria | $313K | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | $312K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.17 per kg, close to the world average of $2.52.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Milk protein products exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of milk protein products by the United Kingdom reached $2.1 million in 2024 (503 tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (43%), Turkey (39%), Belgium (3%). Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+251% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $873K | 43% |
| Turkey | $804K | 39% |
| Belgium | $69K | 3.4% |
| United States | $66K | 3.2% |
| Egypt | $56K | 2.8% |
| Ukraine | $36K | 1.8% |
| Namibia | $32K | 1.5% |
| Poland | $30K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $16K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $14K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom milk protein products imports (HS 0404.90): 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 0404.90: Dairy produce: natural milk constituents (excluding whey), whether or not containing added sugar or other sweetening matter, n.e.c. in chapter 04.
Common questions
What is the value of milk protein products imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported milk protein products worth $36.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 184 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply milk protein products to the United Kingdom?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($8.9 million), followed by the Netherlands (22%) and Germany (17%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 265% on the year.
What is the average import price of milk protein products per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.17 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $2.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of milk protein products to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $36.1 million in 2017 to $36.0 million in 2024, a fall of 0%. The peak was 2019 at $43.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export milk protein products?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Turkey and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $33.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for milk protein products?
The HS code for milk protein products is subheading 0404.90. 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 0404 page.
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