Oxygenated carboxylic acids (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $56.5 million of oxygenated carboxylic acids (other) in 2024 (13.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 160 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 34% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $92.2 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 | $56.5M | 13.4K t |
| 2023 | $85.1M | 17.1K t |
| 2022 | $92.2M | 17.0K t |
| 2021 | $60.6M | 16.3K t |
| 2020 | $59.7M | 17.5K t |
| 2019 | $67.2M | 18.6K t |
| 2018 | $69.3M | 20.0K t |
| 2017 | $57.0M | 19.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports oxygenated carboxylic acids (other) from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $42.6M | 75% |
| China | $7.0M | 12% |
| India | $1.6M | 2.8% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 2.7% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 1.9% |
| United States | $1.0M | 1.8% |
| Hungary | $451K | 0.8% |
| France | $357K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $243K | 0.4% |
| New Zealand | $222K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.20 per kg, 42% below the world average of $7.18, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Oxygenated carboxylic acids (other) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $48.4 million of oxygenated carboxylic acids (other) in 2024 (5.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 86 countries. Most of it went to United States (47%), Australia (12%), Germany (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+210% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $22.7M | 47% |
| Australia | $5.8M | 12% |
| Germany | $3.7M | 7.6% |
| Belgium | $3.3M | 6.8% |
| Canada | $2.9M | 6% |
| France | $1.9M | 4% |
| Japan | $1.9M | 4% |
| Argentina | $1.9M | 3.8% |
| Vietnam | $973K | 2% |
| South Africa | $897K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom oxygenated carboxylic acids (other) imports (HS 2918.99): 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 2918.99: Acids: carboxylic acids, with additional oxygen function (not alcohol, phenol, aldehyde or ketone) and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids: their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives: other than 2,4,5-T (ISO).
Common questions
What is the value of oxygenated carboxylic acids (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported oxygenated carboxylic acids (other) worth $56.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 160 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply oxygenated carboxylic acids (other) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($42.6 million), followed by China (12%) and India (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. New Zealand grew fastest among the top ten, up 327% on the year.
What is the average import price of oxygenated carboxylic acids (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.20 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $7.18 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of oxygenated carboxylic acids (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $57.0 million in 2017 to $56.5 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2022 at $92.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $68.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export oxygenated carboxylic acids (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $48.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Australia and Germany. That compares with imports of $56.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for oxygenated carboxylic acids (other)?
The HS code for oxygenated carboxylic acids (other) is subheading 2918.99. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2918 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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