Raisins imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $224.3 million of raisins in 2024 (84.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 216 countries. That is 53% 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 | $224.3M | 84.1K t |
| 2023 | $146.7M | 81.3K t |
| 2022 | $148.7M | 83.8K t |
| 2021 | $179.0M | 90.3K t |
| 2020 | $209.7M | 99.0K t |
| 2019 | $213.0M | 94.9K t |
| 2018 | $194.1M | 98.9K t |
| 2017 | $184.8M | 104.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports raisins from
One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+339% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $157.9M | 70% |
| South Africa | $23.6M | 11% |
| Greece | $17.7M | 7.9% |
| China | $10.8M | 4.8% |
| Chile | $8.0M | 3.6% |
| United States | $1.6M | 0.7% |
| Afghanistan | $1.0M | 0.5% |
| Iran | $845K | 0.4% |
| Australia | $677K | 0.3% |
| France | $336K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.67 per kg, close to the world average of $2.31.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Raisins exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported raisins worth $4.3 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Netherlands (19%), Ireland (18%), Turkey (16%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $812K | 19% |
| Ireland | $761K | 18% |
| Turkey | $684K | 16% |
| Portugal | $462K | 11% |
| Poland | $356K | 8.2% |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | $147K | 3.4% |
| South Africa | $140K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $138K | 3.2% |
| France | $128K | 3% |
| Spain | $108K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom raisins imports (HS 0806.20): 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 0806.20: Fruit, edible: grapes, dried.
Common questions
What is the value of raisins imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported raisins worth $224.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 84.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 216 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 53% on 2023.
Which countries supply raisins to the United Kingdom?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($157.9 million), followed by South Africa (11%) and Greece (8%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 339% on the year.
What is the average import price of raisins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.67 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $2.31 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of raisins to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $184.8 million in 2017 to $224.3 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $187.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export raisins?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Ireland and Turkey. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $220.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for raisins?
The HS code for raisins is subheading 0806.20. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0806 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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