Multi-purpose adhesive exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of multi-purpose adhesive by the United Kingdom reached $72.8 million in 2024 (12.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 177 countries. Value fell 12% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $110.7 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 | $72.8M | 12.6K t |
| 2023 | $82.3M | 14.6K t |
| 2022 | $104.9M | 20.7K t |
| 2021 | $110.7M | 26.0K t |
| 2020 | $90.6M | 24.3K t |
| 2019 | $82.6M | 20.5K t |
| 2018 | $84.9M | 20.3K t |
| 2017 | $80.2M | 19.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports multi-purpose adhesive to
Most of it went to Netherlands (15%), Turkey (10%), Spain (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $10.9M | 15% |
| Turkey | $7.1M | 9.7% |
| Spain | $5.9M | 8.1% |
| Germany | $5.0M | 6.9% |
| United States | $4.4M | 6% |
| China | $3.9M | 5.4% |
| France | $3.8M | 5.2% |
| Poland | $3.7M | 5.1% |
| Belgium | $3.1M | 4.2% |
| Ireland | $2.8M | 3.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.78 per kg, 84% above the world average of $3.14. 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.
Multi-purpose adhesive imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of multi-purpose adhesive by the United Kingdom reached $40.3 million in 2024 (14.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were China (29%), Portugal (11%), Germany (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.8M | 29% |
| Portugal | $4.4M | 11% |
| Germany | $3.4M | 8.4% |
| Canada | $3.0M | 7.4% |
| Turkey | $2.3M | 5.7% |
| Ireland | $2.2M | 5.4% |
| United States | $1.9M | 4.8% |
| Spain | $1.8M | 4.4% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 4.3% |
| Poland | $1.3M | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom multi-purpose adhesive exports (HS 3506.99): 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 3506.99: Glues and other adhesives: prepared, n.e.c. in heading no. 3506, not exceeding a net weight of 1kg.
Common questions
What is the value of multi-purpose adhesive exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported multi-purpose adhesive worth $72.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 177 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy multi-purpose adhesive from the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 15% of the value ($10.9 million), followed by Turkey (10%) and Spain (8%). The top three together account for 33%, out of 139 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 40% on the year.
What is the average export price of multi-purpose adhesive per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.78 per kg in 2024, 84% above the world average of $3.14 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of multi-purpose adhesive from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $80.2 million in 2017 to $72.8 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2021 at $110.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $88.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import multi-purpose adhesive?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $40.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Portugal and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $32.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for multi-purpose adhesive?
The HS code for multi-purpose adhesive is subheading 3506.99. It sits in HS chapter 35 (albuminoidal substances; modified starches; glues; enzymes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3506 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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