Nitriles (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported nitriles (other) worth $22.7 million (3.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 26% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $198.5 million.
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 | $22.7M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $23.2M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $46.1M | 4.2K t |
| 2021 | $65.2M | 6.2K t |
| 2020 | $89.7M | 15.8K t |
| 2019 | $197.6M | 68.3K t |
| 2018 | $198.5M | 27.8K t |
| 2017 | $188.9M | 67.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports nitriles (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (34%), United States (13%), India (9%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+583% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.7M | 34% |
| United States | $3.0M | 13% |
| India | $2.1M | 9.3% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 8.9% |
| Switzerland | $1.9M | 8.6% |
| France | $1.8M | 8% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 7.9% |
| Latvia | $641K | 2.8% |
| Taiwan | $580K | 2.6% |
| Mexico | $454K | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.52 per kg, 51% above the world average of $4.31. 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.
Nitriles (other) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $90.9 million of nitriles (other) in 2024 (12.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 88 countries. The largest buyer markets were Finland (28%), United States (28%), Belgium (11%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+541% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | $25.7M | 28% |
| United States | $25.4M | 28% |
| Belgium | $10.4M | 11% |
| Ireland | $4.7M | 5.1% |
| Canada | $4.5M | 4.9% |
| Australia | $3.8M | 4.1% |
| Switzerland | $3.3M | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $2.9M | 3.1% |
| Brazil | $2.6M | 2.9% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom nitriles (other) imports (HS 2926.90): 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 2926.90: Nitrile-function compounds: n.e.c. heading no. 2926.
Common questions
What is the value of nitriles (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported nitriles (other) worth $22.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 166 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply nitriles (other) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($7.7 million), followed by the United States (13%) and India (9%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 583% on the year.
What is the average import price of nitriles (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.52 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $4.31 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of nitriles (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $188.9 million in 2017 to $22.7 million in 2024, a fall of 88%. The peak was 2018 at $198.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $104.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export nitriles (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $90.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Finland, the United States and Belgium. That compares with imports of $22.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for nitriles (other)?
The HS code for nitriles (other) is subheading 2926.90. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2926 page.
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