Pectin and pectates imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported pectin and pectates worth $26.7 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 167 countries for imports of this product. That is 12% more than in 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 | $26.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $24.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $27.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $30.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $26.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $27.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $31.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $28.9M | 2.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports pectin and pectates from
Most of the value came from Germany (28%), Denmark (19%), France (17%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+901% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $7.4M | 28% |
| Denmark | $5.0M | 19% |
| France | $4.6M | 17% |
| Czech Republic | $2.5M | 9.3% |
| Italy | $2.2M | 8.1% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 5.9% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 5.7% |
| China | $705K | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $689K | 2.6% |
| Brazil | $263K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.15 per kg, 21% above the world average of $14.14. 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.
Pectin and pectates exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported pectin and pectates worth $1.6 million (191 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ghana (19%), Ireland (19%), Israel (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+959% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ghana | $304K | 19% |
| Ireland | $299K | 19% |
| Israel | $228K | 15% |
| Saudi Arabia | $197K | 13% |
| France | $143K | 9.1% |
| Netherlands | $81K | 5.1% |
| Germany | $80K | 5.1% |
| Iran | $40K | 2.6% |
| Singapore | $37K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $32K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom pectin and pectates imports (HS 1302.20): 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 1302.20: Pectic substances: pectinates and pectates.
Common questions
What is the value of pectin and pectates imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported pectin and pectates worth $26.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 167 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply pectin and pectates to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($7.4 million), followed by Denmark (19%) and France (17%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 901% on the year.
What is the average import price of pectin and pectates per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.15 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $14.14 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of pectin and pectates to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.9 million in 2017 to $26.7 million in 2024, a fall of 8%. The peak was 2018 at $31.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export pectin and pectates?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ghana, Ireland and Israel. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $25.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for pectin and pectates?
The HS code for pectin and pectates is subheading 1302.20. It sits in HS chapter 13 (lac; gums, resins and other vegetable saps and extracts). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1302 page.
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