Propanol imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported propanol worth $32.1 million (21.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 6% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $59.9 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $32.1M | 21.2K t |
| 2023 | $34.0M | 18.9K t |
| 2022 | $36.2M | 17.9K t |
| 2021 | $30.8M | 21.3K t |
| 2020 | $54.1M | 36.7K t |
| 2019 | $27.6M | 25.5K t |
| 2018 | $41.7M | 31.1K t |
| 2017 | $59.9M | 35.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports propanol from
The largest suppliers were Germany (37%), Netherlands (30%), Ireland (16%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+159% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $11.8M | 37% |
| Netherlands | $9.7M | 30% |
| Ireland | $5.2M | 16% |
| France | $1.7M | 5.4% |
| South Africa | $991K | 3.1% |
| Belgium | $948K | 3% |
| China | $596K | 1.9% |
| United States | $287K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $175K | 0.6% |
| Taiwan | $134K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.52 per kg, 21% above the world average of $1.26. 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.
Propanol exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported propanol worth $18.1 million (3.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were France (17%), Ireland (12%), Germany (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Algeria grew fastest (+140% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.0M | 17% |
| Ireland | $2.2M | 12% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 10% |
| Belgium | $1.6M | 8.9% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 8.9% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 6.1% |
| Spain | $865K | 4.8% |
| Turkey | $438K | 2.4% |
| Australia | $385K | 2.1% |
| Algeria | $354K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom propanol imports (HS 2905.12): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 2905.12: Alcohols: saturated monohydric, propan-1-ol (propyl alcohol) and propan-2-ol (isopropyl alcohol).
Common questions
What is the value of propanol imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported propanol worth $32.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 197 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply propanol to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($11.8 million), followed by the Netherlands (30%) and Ireland (16%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 159% on the year.
What is the average import price of propanol per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.52 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $1.26 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of propanol to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $59.9 million in 2017 to $32.1 million in 2024, a fall of 46%. The peak was 2017 at $59.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $39.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export propanol?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $18.1 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 $14.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for propanol?
The HS code for propanol is subheading 2905.12. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2905 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
Same product, other countries
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.