Prepared mortars and concretes imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $47.0 million of prepared mortars and concretes in 2024 (88.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 216 countries for imports of this product. That is 12% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $47.0M | 88.7K t |
| 2023 | $53.3M | 96.9K t |
| 2022 | $41.8M | 85.0K t |
| 2021 | $27.5M | 74.8K t |
| 2020 | $31.8M | 62.7K t |
| 2019 | $16.6M | 32.4K t |
| 2018 | $23.6M | 32.0K t |
| 2017 | $18.3M | 26.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports prepared mortars and concretes from
The largest suppliers were Germany (27%), Ireland (16%), Poland (15%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+145% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $12.6M | 27% |
| Ireland | $7.7M | 16% |
| Poland | $6.9M | 15% |
| Spain | $5.2M | 11% |
| Italy | $4.5M | 9.6% |
| France | $4.1M | 8.7% |
| Belgium | $2.2M | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $828K | 1.8% |
| Canada | $686K | 1.5% |
| United States | $628K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.53 per kg, 89% above the world average of $0.28. 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 mortars and concretes exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $21.5 million of prepared mortars and concretes in 2024 (40.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Ireland alone took 70% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+501% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $15.1M | 70% |
| Netherlands | $933K | 4.3% |
| Germany | $919K | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $653K | 3% |
| France | $433K | 2% |
| United States | $408K | 1.9% |
| Canada | $358K | 1.7% |
| Iceland | $307K | 1.4% |
| Djibouti | $203K | 0.9% |
| Turkey | $190K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom prepared mortars and concretes imports (HS 3824.50): 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 3824.50: Mortars and concretes: non-refractory.
Common questions
What is the value of prepared mortars and concretes imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported prepared mortars and concretes worth $47.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 88.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 216 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply prepared mortars and concretes to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($12.6 million), followed by Ireland (16%) and Poland (15%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 228% on the year.
What is the average import price of prepared mortars and concretes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.53 per kg in 2024, 89% above the world average of $0.28 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 mortars and concretes to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.3 million in 2017 to $47.0 million in 2024, an increase of 157%. The peak was 2023 at $53.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $32.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export prepared mortars and concretes?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $21.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the Netherlands and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $25.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for prepared mortars and concretes?
The HS code for prepared mortars and concretes is subheading 3824.50. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3824 page.
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