Pesticide formulation exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $2.6 million of pesticide formulation in 2024 (406 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $12.3 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.6M | 406 t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 451 t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 657 t |
| 2021 | $5.2M | 834 t |
| 2020 | $12.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $12.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $11.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $11.9M | 2.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports pesticide formulation to
Most of it went to Indonesia (21%), Egypt (14%), Myanmar (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+450% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $538K | 21% |
| Egypt | $355K | 14% |
| Myanmar | $233K | 8.9% |
| Ireland | $163K | 6.2% |
| Canada | $147K | 5.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $118K | 4.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $104K | 4% |
| Vietnam | $84K | 3.2% |
| Guatemala | $70K | 2.7% |
| Jordan | $66K | 2.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.46 per kg, 53% above the world average of $4.21. 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.
Pesticide formulation imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $1.8 million of pesticide formulation in 2024 (242 tonnes). One supplier dominates: China accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+312% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.2M | 67% |
| Ireland | $307K | 18% |
| Netherlands | $95K | 5.4% |
| Hong Kong | $50K | 2.9% |
| United States | $27K | 1.6% |
| France | $23K | 1.3% |
| Germany | $20K | 1.1% |
| Denmark | $16K | 0.9% |
| South Africa | $12K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $9K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom pesticide formulation exports (HS 3808.59): 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 3808.59: Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, disinfectants, herbicides and the like: containing goods specified in Subheading Note 1 to this Chapter: not DDT (ISO) (clofenotane (INN)), put up in forms or packings for retail sale or as preparations or articles.
Common questions
What is the value of pesticide formulation exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported pesticide formulation worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 406 tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 102 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy pesticide formulation from the United Kingdom?
Indonesia was the largest buyer with 21% of the value ($538 thousand), followed by Egypt (14%) and Myanmar (9%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 52 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 450% on the year.
What is the average export price of pesticide formulation per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.46 per kg in 2024, 53% above the world average of $4.21 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of pesticide formulation from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.9 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, a fall of 78%. The peak was 2019 at $12.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import pesticide formulation?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Ireland and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $866 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for pesticide formulation?
The HS code for pesticide formulation is subheading 3808.59. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3808 page.
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