Organophosphorus chemical compounds exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of organophosphorus chemical compounds by the United Kingdom reached $9.6 million in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 90 countries. Value fell 3% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $62.5 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 | $9.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $8.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $11.1M | 3.6K t |
| 2020 | $29.6M | 5.0K t |
| 2019 | $32.8M | 6.7K t |
| 2018 | $39.4M | 8.5K t |
| 2017 | $62.5M | 15.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports organophosphorus chemical compounds to
The largest buyer markets were Belgium (35%), United States (14%), Spain (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+628% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $3.3M | 35% |
| United States | $1.3M | 14% |
| Spain | $952K | 9.9% |
| Ireland | $560K | 5.8% |
| Namibia | $384K | 4% |
| Malaysia | $341K | 3.5% |
| Pakistan | $275K | 2.9% |
| Poland | $214K | 2.2% |
| Angola | $144K | 1.5% |
| France | $129K | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.73 per kg, 73% above the world average of $3.31. 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.
Organophosphorus chemical compounds imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $1.5 million of organophosphorus chemical compounds in 2024 (120 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from France (33%), United States (18%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $502K | 33% |
| United States | $276K | 18% |
| China | $168K | 11% |
| Lebanon | $150K | 9.9% |
| Netherlands | $76K | 5% |
| Germany | $74K | 4.9% |
| Canada | $64K | 4.2% |
| Spain | $58K | 3.9% |
| South Korea | $41K | 2.7% |
| Denmark | $24K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom organophosphorus chemical compounds exports (HS 3824.91): 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 3824.91: Chemical products, mixtures and preparations: consisting mainly of (5-ethyl-2-methyl-2-oxido-1,3,2-dioxaphosphinan-5-yl)methyl methylphosphonate and bis[(5-ethyl-2-methyl-2-oxido-1,3,2-dioxaphosphinan-5-yl)methyl] methylphosphonate.
Common questions
What is the value of organophosphorus chemical compounds exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported organophosphorus chemical compounds worth $9.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 90 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy organophosphorus chemical compounds from the United Kingdom?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 35% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by the United States (14%) and Spain (10%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 79 buyer countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 628% on the year.
What is the average export price of organophosphorus chemical compounds per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.73 per kg in 2024, 73% above the world average of $3.31 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of organophosphorus chemical compounds from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $62.5 million in 2017 to $9.6 million in 2024, a fall of 85%. The peak was 2017 at $62.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $25.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import organophosphorus chemical compounds?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, the United States and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for organophosphorus chemical compounds?
The HS code for organophosphorus chemical compounds is subheading 3824.91. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3824 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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