Nitrites imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported nitrites worth $3.7 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 158 countries for imports of this product. That is 3% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $9.9 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 | $3.7M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 4.0K t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 4.4K t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 7.7K t |
| 2018 | $9.9M | 26.5K t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 8.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports nitrites from
The largest suppliers were Germany (38%), Saudi Arabia (31%), India (17%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+307% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.4M | 38% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.1M | 31% |
| India | $620K | 17% |
| China | $293K | 8% |
| Norway | $60K | 1.6% |
| United States | $58K | 1.6% |
| France | $55K | 1.5% |
| Spain | $25K | 0.7% |
| Poland | $11K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $10K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.31 per kg, 52% above the world average of $0.86. 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.
Nitrites exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $272 thousand of nitrites in 2024 (178 tonnes). Most of it went to Netherlands (22%), Ireland (18%), South Africa (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+888% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $60K | 22% |
| Ireland | $50K | 18% |
| South Africa | $49K | 18% |
| United States | $27K | 9.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $26K | 9.5% |
| Cyprus | $19K | 6.9% |
| Slovakia | $13K | 4.9% |
| Algeria | $8K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $8K | 2.9% |
| Indonesia | $5K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom nitrites imports (HS 2834.10): 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 2834.10: Nitrites.
Common questions
What is the value of nitrites imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported nitrites worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 158 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply nitrites to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (31%) and India (17%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 434% on the year.
What is the average import price of nitrites per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.31 per kg in 2024, 52% above the world average of $0.86 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of nitrites to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024, an increase of 40%. The peak was 2018 at $9.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export nitrites?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $272 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Ireland and South Africa. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $3.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for nitrites?
The HS code for nitrites is subheading 2834.10. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2834 page.
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