Natural rubber (other forms) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported natural rubber (other forms) worth $4.1 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). Value rose 3% on 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 | $4.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 984 t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 993 t |
| 2018 | $2.6M | 903 t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 1.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports natural rubber (other forms) from
The largest suppliers were Vietnam (35%), Thailand (19%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $1.4M | 35% |
| Thailand | $763K | 19% |
| China | $652K | 16% |
| India | $327K | 8% |
| Spain | $177K | 4.3% |
| United States | $176K | 4.3% |
| Italy | $114K | 2.8% |
| Sri Lanka | $98K | 2.4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $79K | 1.9% |
| Germany | $63K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.66 per kg, 73% above the world average of $1.54. 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.
Natural rubber (other forms) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported natural rubber (other forms) worth $846 thousand (64 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (22%), Ireland (12%), Germany (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $188K | 22% |
| Ireland | $105K | 13% |
| Germany | $92K | 11% |
| Sweden | $63K | 7.5% |
| Czech Republic | $44K | 5.2% |
| Israel | $41K | 4.9% |
| Canada | $31K | 3.7% |
| Mozambique | $24K | 2.8% |
| France | $21K | 2.5% |
| India | $21K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom natural rubber (other forms) imports (HS 4001.29): 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 4001.29: Rubber: natural (excluding latex, technically specified natural rubber and smoked sheets), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip.
Common questions
What is the value of natural rubber (other forms) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported natural rubber (other forms) worth $4.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 165 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply natural rubber (other forms) to the United Kingdom?
Vietnam was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Thailand (19%) and China (16%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 568% on the year.
What is the average import price of natural rubber (other forms) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.66 per kg in 2024, 73% above the world average of $1.54 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of natural rubber (other forms) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $4.1 million in 2024, an increase of 42%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export natural rubber (other forms)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $846 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Ireland and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for natural rubber (other forms)?
The HS code for natural rubber (other forms) is subheading 4001.29. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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