Prepared cherries imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of prepared cherries by the United Kingdom reached $14.5 million in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 202 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $14.5M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $14.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $12.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2021 | $12.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $10.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $10.6M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $11.4M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $8.1M | 2.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports prepared cherries from
France alone supplied 66% of it. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $9.6M | 66% |
| Turkey | $1.4M | 9.5% |
| Germany | $858K | 5.9% |
| Netherlands | $655K | 4.5% |
| Poland | $641K | 4.4% |
| Italy | $601K | 4.1% |
| United States | $243K | 1.7% |
| Bulgaria | $137K | 0.9% |
| Romania | $95K | 0.7% |
| Ireland | $64K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.96 per kg, 49% above the world average of $2.65. 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 cherries exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of prepared cherries by the United Kingdom reached $750 thousand in 2024 (178 tonnes). Most of it went to Finland (19%), Czech Republic (15%), Ireland (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Barbados grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | $142K | 19% |
| Czech Republic | $116K | 16% |
| Ireland | $86K | 11% |
| Switzerland | $82K | 11% |
| Cyprus | $54K | 7.2% |
| Latvia | $35K | 4.6% |
| Sweden | $29K | 3.8% |
| Belgium | $27K | 3.6% |
| Barbados | $20K | 2.6% |
| Antigua and Barbuda | $15K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom prepared cherries imports (HS 2008.60): 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 2008.60: Fruit: cherries, prepared or preserved in ways n.e.c. in heading no. 2007, whether or not containing added sugar, other sweetening matter or spirit.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared cherries imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported prepared cherries worth $14.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 202 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared cherries to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($9.6 million), followed by Turkey (9%) and Germany (6%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 101% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared cherries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.96 per kg in 2024, 49% above the world average of $2.65 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of prepared cherries to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.1 million in 2017 to $14.5 million in 2024, an increase of 78%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export prepared cherries?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $750 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Finland, the Czech Republic and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $13.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared cherries?
The HS code for prepared cherries is subheading 2008.60. It sits in HS chapter 20 (preparations of vegetables, fruit, nuts or other parts of plants). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2008 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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