Phosphite esters exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported phosphite esters worth $4.5 million (881 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 11% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $11.5 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 | $4.5M | 881 t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 761 t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 526 t |
| 2021 | $5.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $11.5M | 711 t |
| 2019 | $11.1M | 5.8K t |
| 2018 | $5.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.8M | 528 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports phosphite esters to
Most of it went to United States (44%), China (21%), Germany (19%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+277% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.0M | 44% |
| China | $946K | 21% |
| Germany | $863K | 19% |
| Luxembourg | $127K | 2.8% |
| Belgium | $74K | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $73K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $69K | 1.5% |
| France | $64K | 1.4% |
| Thailand | $63K | 1.4% |
| Italy | $60K | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.08 per kg, 38% above the world average of $3.69. 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.
Phosphite esters imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of phosphite esters by the United Kingdom reached $3.3 million in 2024 (993 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were India (24%), Germany (18%), United States (15%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+150% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $794K | 24% |
| Germany | $611K | 19% |
| United States | $494K | 15% |
| South Korea | $450K | 14% |
| Poland | $435K | 13% |
| China | $200K | 6.1% |
| France | $184K | 5.6% |
| Switzerland | $73K | 2.2% |
| Taiwan | $48K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $15K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom phosphite esters exports (HS 2920.29): 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 2920.29: Esters: phosphite esters and their salts: their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives, n.e.c. in heading no. 2920.
Common questions
What is the value of phosphite esters exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported phosphite esters worth $4.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 881 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 61 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy phosphite esters from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 44% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by China (21%) and Germany (19%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 28 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 277% on the year.
What is the average export price of phosphite esters per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.08 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $3.69 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of phosphite esters from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.8 million in 2017 to $4.5 million in 2024, an increase of 144%. The peak was 2020 at $11.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import phosphite esters?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Germany and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for phosphite esters?
The HS code for phosphite esters is subheading 2920.29. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2920 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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