Plant-derived thickeners exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of plant-derived thickeners by the United Kingdom reached $58.0 million in 2024 (6.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 129 countries. That is 12% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average.
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 | $58.0M | 6.2K t |
| 2023 | $65.7M | 6.4K t |
| 2022 | $62.8M | 8.1K t |
| 2021 | $47.5M | 7.3K t |
| 2020 | $47.0M | 7.4K t |
| 2019 | $37.1M | 6.5K t |
| 2018 | $32.5M | 5.4K t |
| 2017 | $27.4M | 5.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports plant-derived thickeners to
The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (23%), Thailand (18%), Ireland (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Denmark grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $13.6M | 24% |
| Thailand | $10.3M | 18% |
| Ireland | $6.5M | 11% |
| United States | $5.1M | 8.8% |
| France | $4.5M | 7.7% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 3.7% |
| Denmark | $1.8M | 3.1% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 2.7% |
| Singapore | $1.1M | 2% |
| Canada | $1.1M | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.39 per kg, close to the world average of $8.56.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plant-derived thickeners imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of plant-derived thickeners by the United Kingdom reached $51.6 million in 2024 (6.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 176 countries. Most of the value came from United States (20%), Philippines (18%), Indonesia (17%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+224% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $10.5M | 20% |
| Philippines | $9.1M | 18% |
| Indonesia | $8.7M | 17% |
| India | $5.0M | 9.6% |
| Spain | $2.9M | 5.6% |
| China | $2.6M | 5% |
| France | $2.2M | 4.2% |
| Chile | $1.7M | 3.3% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom plant-derived thickeners exports (HS 1302.39): 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 1302.39: Mucilages and thickeners: whether or not modified, derived from vegetable products, n.e.c. in item no. 1302.3.
Common questions
What is the value of plant-derived thickeners exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported plant-derived thickeners worth $58.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 129 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy plant-derived thickeners from the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($13.6 million), followed by Thailand (18%) and Ireland (11%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 77 buyer countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 109% on the year.
What is the average export price of plant-derived thickeners per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.39 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $8.56 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of plant-derived thickeners from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $27.4 million in 2017 to $58.0 million in 2024, an increase of 112%. The peak was 2023 at $65.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $47.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import plant-derived thickeners?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $51.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, the Philippines and Indonesia. That compares with exports of $58.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for plant-derived thickeners?
The HS code for plant-derived thickeners is subheading 1302.39. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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