Peppermint essential oil imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported peppermint essential oil worth $8.0 million (251 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 159 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 5% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $16.9 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 | $8.0M | 251 t |
| 2023 | $7.7M | 239 t |
| 2022 | $10.4M | 548 t |
| 2021 | $10.0M | 410 t |
| 2020 | $12.7M | 444 t |
| 2019 | $13.0M | 342 t |
| 2018 | $12.8M | 367 t |
| 2017 | $16.9M | 413 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports peppermint essential oil from
United States alone supplied 51% of it. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+330% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.1M | 51% |
| India | $2.7M | 34% |
| Netherlands | $313K | 3.9% |
| Indonesia | $227K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $164K | 2% |
| China | $148K | 1.8% |
| Ireland | $132K | 1.6% |
| Hong Kong | $71K | 0.9% |
| France | $55K | 0.7% |
| Denmark | $49K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.97 per kg, close to the world average of $30.10.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Peppermint essential oil exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of peppermint essential oil by the United Kingdom reached $3.1 million in 2024 (78 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 100 countries. Most of it went to Germany (26%), France (9%), Netherlands (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+294% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $827K | 26% |
| France | $288K | 9.2% |
| Netherlands | $270K | 8.6% |
| South Africa | $205K | 6.5% |
| Japan | $182K | 5.8% |
| United States | $114K | 3.6% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $109K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $104K | 3.3% |
| Brazil | $103K | 3.3% |
| Philippines | $95K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom peppermint essential oil imports (HS 3301.24): 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 3301.24: Oils, essential: of peppermint (Mentha piperita), terpeneless or not, including concretes and absolutes.
Common questions
What is the value of peppermint essential oil imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported peppermint essential oil worth $8.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 251 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 159 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply peppermint essential oil to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by India (34%) and the Netherlands (4%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 330% on the year.
What is the average import price of peppermint essential oil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $31.97 per kg in 2024, 6% above the world average of $30.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of peppermint essential oil to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.9 million in 2017 to $8.0 million in 2024, a fall of 53%. The peak was 2017 at $16.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export peppermint essential oil?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, France and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for peppermint essential oil?
The HS code for peppermint essential oil is subheading 3301.24. It sits in HS chapter 33 (essential oils and resinoids; perfumery, cosmetic or toilet preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3301 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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