Phthalate esters (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of phthalate esters (other) by the United Kingdom reached $4.4 million in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 20% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $12.4 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 | $4.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $5.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $6.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $6.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $4.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $8.8M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $10.1M | 5.0K t |
| 2017 | $12.4M | 6.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports phthalate esters (other) from
Most of the value came from Italy (48%), India (40%), Netherlands (4%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+87% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.1M | 48% |
| India | $1.8M | 40% |
| Netherlands | $172K | 3.9% |
| China | $112K | 2.5% |
| Japan | $107K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $56K | 1.3% |
| France | $30K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $29K | 0.7% |
| United States | $7K | 0.2% |
| Czech Republic | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.35 per kg, close to the world average of $2.06.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Phthalate esters (other) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported phthalate esters (other) worth $398 thousand (63 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were India (38%), Colombia (14%), Ireland (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+302% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $153K | 39% |
| Colombia | $57K | 14% |
| Ireland | $30K | 7.5% |
| Germany | $24K | 5.9% |
| Brazil | $19K | 4.6% |
| France | $17K | 4.3% |
| Spain | $16K | 4% |
| United States | $13K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $13K | 3.2% |
| Denmark | $12K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom phthalate esters (other) imports (HS 2917.34): 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 2917.34: Acids: aromatic polycarboxylic acids: other esters of orthophthalic acids.
Common questions
What is the value of phthalate esters (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported phthalate esters (other) worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 137 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply phthalate esters (other) to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by India (40%) and the Netherlands (4%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 176% on the year.
What is the average import price of phthalate esters (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.35 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $2.06 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of phthalate esters (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.4 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, a fall of 64%. The peak was 2017 at $12.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export phthalate esters (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $398 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Colombia and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $4.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for phthalate esters (other)?
The HS code for phthalate esters (other) is subheading 2917.34. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2917 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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