Prepared fish (other species) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported prepared fish (other species) worth $146.7 million (27.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 208 countries for imports of this product. That is 12% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $236.1 million.
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 | $146.7M | 27.8K t |
| 2023 | $166.1M | 29.2K t |
| 2022 | $148.3M | 31.4K t |
| 2021 | $195.3M | 42.0K t |
| 2020 | $236.1M | 52.9K t |
| 2019 | $186.0M | 43.6K t |
| 2018 | $183.3M | 44.3K t |
| 2017 | $164.2M | 43.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports prepared fish (other species) from
The largest suppliers were Germany (41%), Poland (22%), Italy (10%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $59.5M | 41% |
| Poland | $32.3M | 22% |
| Italy | $14.2M | 9.7% |
| Denmark | $12.7M | 8.6% |
| Vietnam | $8.2M | 5.6% |
| Netherlands | $6.3M | 4.3% |
| Ireland | $5.2M | 3.5% |
| Morocco | $1.9M | 1.3% |
| China | $1.5M | 1% |
| Malaysia | $1.4M | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.28 per kg, close to the world average of $4.45.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Prepared fish (other species) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $64.0 million of prepared fish (other species) in 2024 (13.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 126 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to France (32%), Sweden (16%), Italy (15%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $20.2M | 32% |
| Sweden | $10.0M | 16% |
| Italy | $9.4M | 15% |
| Ireland | $8.2M | 13% |
| Norway | $5.4M | 8.5% |
| Netherlands | $2.3M | 3.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 2.3% |
| Japan | $977K | 1.5% |
| Singapore | $604K | 0.9% |
| Malta | $508K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom prepared fish (other species) imports (HS 1604.19): 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 1604.19: Fish preparations: fish prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces (but not minced), n.e.c. in heading no. 1604.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared fish (other species) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported prepared fish (other species) worth $146.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 208 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared fish (other species) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($59.5 million), followed by Poland (22%) and Italy (10%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 790% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared fish (other species) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.28 per kg in 2024, 19% above the world average of $4.45 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of prepared fish (other species) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $164.2 million in 2017 to $146.7 million in 2024, a fall of 11%. The peak was 2020 at $236.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $178.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export prepared fish (other species)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $64.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Sweden and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $82.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared fish (other species)?
The HS code for prepared fish (other species) is subheading 1604.19. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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