Prepared anchovies imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of prepared anchovies by the United Kingdom reached $23.9 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 180 countries. That is 55% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $23.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $15.4M | 995 t |
| 2022 | $16.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $19.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $20.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $16.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $18.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $17.3M | 1.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports prepared anchovies from
The largest suppliers were Spain (39%), Peru (31%), Morocco (13%). Among the main suppliers, Peru grew fastest (+126% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $9.4M | 39% |
| Peru | $7.3M | 31% |
| Morocco | $3.1M | 13% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 8.5% |
| Turkey | $418K | 1.8% |
| Albania | $266K | 1.1% |
| Greece | $264K | 1.1% |
| Bulgaria | $243K | 1% |
| Croatia | $194K | 0.8% |
| France | $156K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.19 per kg, 51% above the world average of $10.72. 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.
Prepared anchovies exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $422 thousand of prepared anchovies in 2024 (22 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (24%), Singapore (18%), United States (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Jordan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $99K | 24% |
| Singapore | $75K | 18% |
| United States | $42K | 10% |
| Hong Kong | $30K | 7.2% |
| Australia | $27K | 6.4% |
| Kuwait | $24K | 5.6% |
| Malaysia | $20K | 4.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $19K | 4.4% |
| Jordan | $12K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $11K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom prepared anchovies imports (HS 1604.16): 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 1604.16: Fish preparations: anchovies, prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced).
Common questions
What is the value of prepared anchovies imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported prepared anchovies worth $23.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 180 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 55% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared anchovies to the United Kingdom?
Spain was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($9.4 million), followed by Peru (31%) and Morocco (13%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Croatia grew fastest among the top ten, up 395% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared anchovies per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.19 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $10.72 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of prepared anchovies to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.3 million in 2017 to $23.9 million in 2024, an increase of 39%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $18.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export prepared anchovies?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $422 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Singapore and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $23.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared anchovies?
The HS code for prepared anchovies is subheading 1604.16. It sits in HS chapter 16 (meat, fish, crustaceans, molluscs or other aquatic invertebrates, or insects; preparations thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1604 page.
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