Potassium phosphate imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of potassium phosphate by the United Kingdom reached $11.9 million in 2024 (5.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 10% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% 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 | $11.9M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $10.8M | 4.7K t |
| 2022 | $9.5M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $7.7M | 4.4K t |
| 2020 | $6.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $4.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $4.1M | 2.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports potassium phosphate from
The largest suppliers were Belgium (30%), France (27%), China (15%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+53% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $3.5M | 30% |
| France | $3.3M | 27% |
| China | $1.8M | 15% |
| Israel | $1.3M | 11% |
| United States | $694K | 5.8% |
| Germany | $664K | 5.6% |
| Hong Kong | $153K | 1.3% |
| Japan | $122K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $91K | 0.8% |
| Spain | $71K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.38 per kg, 34% above the world average of $1.78. 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.
Potassium phosphate exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of potassium phosphate by the United Kingdom reached $1.4 million in 2024 (309 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: France accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Finland grew fastest (+204% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $856K | 62% |
| Ireland | $167K | 12% |
| Germany | $68K | 4.9% |
| Finland | $62K | 4.5% |
| Switzerland | $56K | 4.1% |
| Brazil | $31K | 2.2% |
| Iceland | $19K | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $12K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $10K | 0.7% |
| United States | $9K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom potassium phosphate imports (HS 2835.24): 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 2835.24: Phosphates: of potassium, whether or not chemically defined.
Common questions
What is the value of potassium phosphate imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported potassium phosphate worth $11.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 165 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply potassium phosphate to the United Kingdom?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by France (27%) and China (15%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 863% on the year.
What is the average import price of potassium phosphate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.38 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $1.78 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of potassium phosphate to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.1 million in 2017 to $11.9 million in 2024, an increase of 192%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export potassium phosphate?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Ireland and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $10.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for potassium phosphate?
The HS code for potassium phosphate is subheading 2835.24. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2835 page.
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