Pears imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported pears worth $156.7 million (97.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 212 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 4% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $156.7M | 97.9K t |
| 2023 | $151.0M | 108.2K t |
| 2022 | $138.1M | 113.5K t |
| 2021 | $118.0M | 101.9K t |
| 2020 | $136.0M | 112.9K t |
| 2019 | $116.6M | 116.6K t |
| 2018 | $129.8M | 137.9K t |
| 2017 | $126.9M | 145.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports pears from
The largest suppliers were Netherlands (41%), Belgium (32%), Portugal (10%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $63.7M | 41% |
| Belgium | $50.9M | 33% |
| Portugal | $15.6M | 9.9% |
| South Africa | $13.4M | 8.6% |
| Spain | $2.9M | 1.9% |
| Italy | $2.6M | 1.7% |
| Argentina | $2.5M | 1.6% |
| China | $2.4M | 1.5% |
| Ireland | $1.1M | 0.7% |
| Turkey | $714K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.60 per kg, 34% above the world average of $1.19. 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.
Pears exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of pears by the United Kingdom reached $1.1 million in 2024 (708 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Ireland accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+630% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $598K | 54% |
| Netherlands | $340K | 31% |
| Hong Kong | $89K | 8.1% |
| Belgium | $19K | 1.7% |
| Singapore | $16K | 1.5% |
| France | $12K | 1.1% |
| Iceland | $9K | 0.8% |
| South Africa | $6K | 0.5% |
| Barbados | $5K | 0.5% |
| Portugal | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom pears imports (HS 0808.30): 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 0808.30: Fruit, edible: pears, fresh.
Common questions
What is the value of pears imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported pears worth $156.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 97.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 212 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply pears to the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($63.7 million), followed by Belgium (32%) and Portugal (10%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Argentina grew fastest among the top ten, up 67% on the year.
What is the average import price of pears per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.60 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $1.19 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of pears to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $126.9 million in 2017 to $156.7 million in 2024, an increase of 24%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $134.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export pears?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the Netherlands and Hong Kong. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $155.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for pears?
The HS code for pears is subheading 0808.30. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0808 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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