Non-lead anti-knock additive exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of non-lead anti-knock additive by the United Kingdom reached $7.4 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 80 countries. That is 32% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $11.4 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 | $7.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $5.6M | 828 t |
| 2022 | $7.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $5.9M | 655 t |
| 2020 | $5.5M | 800 t |
| 2019 | $8.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $9.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $11.4M | 1.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports non-lead anti-knock additive to
The largest buyer markets were Nigeria (31%), Canada (22%), Algeria (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+862% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $2.3M | 31% |
| Canada | $1.7M | 22% |
| Algeria | $732K | 9.8% |
| Philippines | $592K | 8% |
| Ireland | $317K | 4.3% |
| United States | $215K | 2.9% |
| Poland | $194K | 2.6% |
| France | $171K | 2.3% |
| Greece | $150K | 2% |
| Spain | $134K | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.38 per kg, 104% above the world average of $3.13. 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.
Non-lead anti-knock additive imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of non-lead anti-knock additive by the United Kingdom reached $2.4 million in 2024 (361 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. United States alone supplied 93% of it. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.3M | 93% |
| France | $132K | 5.4% |
| Netherlands | $16K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $7K | 0.3% |
| Denmark | $3K | 0.1% |
| Sweden | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $0K | 0% |
| Spain | $0K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom non-lead anti-knock additive exports (HS 3811.19): 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 3811.19: Anti-knock preparations: other than those based on lead compounds.
Common questions
What is the value of non-lead anti-knock additive exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported non-lead anti-knock additive worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 80 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries buy non-lead anti-knock additive from the United Kingdom?
Nigeria was the largest buyer with 31% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by Canada (22%) and Algeria (10%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 71 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 862% on the year.
What is the average export price of non-lead anti-knock additive per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.38 per kg in 2024, 104% above the world average of $3.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of non-lead anti-knock additive from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.4 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, a fall of 35%. The peak was 2017 at $11.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import non-lead anti-knock additive?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, France and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for non-lead anti-knock additive?
The HS code for non-lead anti-knock additive is subheading 3811.19. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3811 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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