Oxygen gas imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported oxygen gas worth $6.2 million (10.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 203 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average.
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 | $6.2M | 10.9K t |
| 2023 | $6.4M | 15.2K t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 8.5K t |
| 2021 | $5.4M | 19.9K t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 13.7K t |
| 2019 | $3.4M | 18.5K t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 19.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.9M | 15.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports oxygen gas from
Most of the value came from Ireland (41%), Belgium (16%), Italy (15%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+80% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $2.6M | 42% |
| Belgium | $971K | 16% |
| Italy | $956K | 15% |
| Austria | $348K | 5.6% |
| Spain | $282K | 4.5% |
| France | $262K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $174K | 2.8% |
| Lithuania | $114K | 1.8% |
| United States | $90K | 1.4% |
| Brazil | $79K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.57 per kg, 171% above the world average of $0.21. 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.
Oxygen gas exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of oxygen gas by the United Kingdom reached $3.7 million in 2024 (4.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to Ireland (31%), Italy (18%), Germany (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $1.1M | 31% |
| Italy | $654K | 18% |
| Germany | $554K | 15% |
| Bangladesh | $284K | 7.8% |
| Spain | $235K | 6.4% |
| Austria | $225K | 6.2% |
| France | $78K | 2.1% |
| Norway | $65K | 1.8% |
| Lithuania | $62K | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $47K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom oxygen gas imports (HS 2804.40): 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 2804.40: Oxygen.
Common questions
What is the value of oxygen gas imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported oxygen gas worth $6.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 203 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply oxygen gas to the United Kingdom?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Belgium (16%) and Italy (15%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 228% on the year.
What is the average import price of oxygen gas per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.57 per kg in 2024, 171% above the world average of $0.21 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of oxygen gas to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.9 million in 2017 to $6.2 million in 2024, an increase of 118%. The peak was 2022 at $6.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export oxygen gas?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Italy and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for oxygen gas?
The HS code for oxygen gas is subheading 2804.40. 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 2804 page.
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