Neutral alcohol (high strength) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported neutral alcohol (high strength) worth $729.6 million (912.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 202 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 7% 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 | $729.6M | 912.2K t |
| 2023 | $683.5M | 678.0K t |
| 2022 | $698.1M | 594.0K t |
| 2021 | $510.8M | 477.5K t |
| 2020 | $354.7M | 388.5K t |
| 2019 | $506.6M | 642.5K t |
| 2018 | $413.6M | 534.3K t |
| 2017 | $443.6M | 506.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports neutral alcohol (high strength) from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 75% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $547.1M | 75% |
| France | $41.2M | 5.7% |
| Brazil | $35.4M | 4.9% |
| Pakistan | $26.7M | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $26.2M | 3.6% |
| Argentina | $12.9M | 1.8% |
| Paraguay | $12.8M | 1.8% |
| South Africa | $5.8M | 0.8% |
| Kazakhstan | $5.6M | 0.8% |
| Germany | $4.3M | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.80 per kg, close to the world average of $0.95.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Neutral alcohol (high strength) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported neutral alcohol (high strength) worth $216.5 million (224.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 122 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (42%), France (15%), Belgium (9%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+518% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $90.8M | 42% |
| France | $32.7M | 15% |
| Belgium | $19.5M | 9% |
| Germany | $17.3M | 8% |
| Lithuania | $9.3M | 4.3% |
| Denmark | $8.9M | 4.1% |
| India | $7.6M | 3.5% |
| Sweden | $6.5M | 3% |
| Turkey | $4.6M | 2.1% |
| Italy | $3.1M | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom neutral alcohol (high strength) imports (HS 2207.10): 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 2207.10: Undenatured ethyl alcohol: of an alcoholic strength by volume of 80% vol. or higher.
Common questions
What is the value of neutral alcohol (high strength) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported neutral alcohol (high strength) worth $729.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 912.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 202 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply neutral alcohol (high strength) to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($547.1 million), followed by France (6%) and Brazil (5%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 194% on the year.
What is the average import price of neutral alcohol (high strength) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.80 per kg in 2024, 16% below the world average of $0.95 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of neutral alcohol (high strength) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $443.6 million in 2017 to $729.6 million in 2024, an increase of 64%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $542.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export neutral alcohol (high strength)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $216.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, France and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $513.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for neutral alcohol (high strength)?
The HS code for neutral alcohol (high strength) is subheading 2207.10. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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