Plaster board (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $39.0 million of plaster board (other) in 2024 (83.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 212 countries. That is 12% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average.
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 | $39.0M | 83.0K t |
| 2023 | $44.1M | 72.5K t |
| 2022 | $44.7M | 82.0K t |
| 2021 | $21.5M | 55.0K t |
| 2020 | $20.6M | 71.5K t |
| 2019 | $19.4M | 53.5K t |
| 2018 | $18.9M | 55.3K t |
| 2017 | $17.0M | 41.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports plaster board (other) from
Most of the value came from Germany (22%), Netherlands (19%), Spain (14%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+122% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $8.6M | 22% |
| Netherlands | $7.3M | 19% |
| Spain | $5.6M | 14% |
| Czech Republic | $3.2M | 8.2% |
| Ireland | $3.1M | 8.1% |
| Portugal | $2.8M | 7.2% |
| Denmark | $2.8M | 7.1% |
| Poland | $1.8M | 4.5% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 3.4% |
| China | $1.1M | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.47 per kg, close to the world average of $0.43.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plaster board (other) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of plaster board (other) by the United Kingdom reached $9.9 million in 2024 (16.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Germany (35%), Ireland (14%), Sweden (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Sweden grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.5M | 35% |
| Ireland | $1.4M | 14% |
| Sweden | $659K | 6.7% |
| Austria | $645K | 6.5% |
| France | $582K | 5.9% |
| Denmark | $393K | 4% |
| Poland | $387K | 3.9% |
| Romania | $382K | 3.9% |
| Belgium | $366K | 3.7% |
| Switzerland | $298K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom plaster board (other) imports (HS 6809.19): 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 6809.19: Plaster, or plaster compositions: boards, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles, (other than faced or reinforced with paper or paperboard only), not ornamented.
Common questions
What is the value of plaster board (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported plaster board (other) worth $39.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 83.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 212 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply plaster board (other) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by the Netherlands (19%) and Spain (14%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 122% on the year.
What is the average import price of plaster board (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.47 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $0.43 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plaster board (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.0 million in 2017 to $39.0 million in 2024, an increase of 130%. The peak was 2022 at $44.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $28.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export plaster board (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $9.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Ireland and Sweden. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $29.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for plaster board (other)?
The HS code for plaster board (other) is subheading 6809.19. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6809 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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