Rare gases excluding argon imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $122.7 million of rare gases excluding argon in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 191 countries. That is 57% 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 | $122.7M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $78.2M | 3.1K t |
| 2022 | $94.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2021 | $93.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $110.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $95.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $98.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $83.0M | 2.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports rare gases excluding argon from
Most of the value came from Algeria (32%), Germany (28%), United States (11%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | $39.2M | 32% |
| Germany | $33.8M | 28% |
| United States | $13.1M | 11% |
| Qatar | $12.1M | 9.8% |
| Poland | $8.3M | 6.8% |
| China | $4.8M | 3.9% |
| Portugal | $4.8M | 3.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.5M | 2.9% |
| Ireland | $1.1M | 0.9% |
| France | $962K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $40.54 per kg, 42% below the world average of $70.01, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rare gases excluding argon exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported rare gases excluding argon worth $13.1 million (465 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (40%), Spain (9%), Angola (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $5.2M | 40% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 9% |
| Angola | $980K | 7.5% |
| Norway | $789K | 6% |
| Italy | $538K | 4.1% |
| Belgium | $380K | 2.9% |
| Portugal | $370K | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $355K | 2.7% |
| Germany | $329K | 2.5% |
| Israel | $303K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom rare gases excluding argon imports (HS 2804.29): 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 2804.29: Gases, rare: other than argon.
Common questions
What is the value of rare gases excluding argon imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported rare gases excluding argon worth $122.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 191 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 57% on 2023.
Which countries supply rare gases excluding argon to the United Kingdom?
Algeria was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($39.2 million), followed by Germany (28%) and the United States (11%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 269% on the year.
What is the average import price of rare gases excluding argon per kg?
The average declared import value was about $40.54 per kg in 2024, 42% below the world average of $70.01 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rare gases excluding argon to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $83.0 million in 2017 to $122.7 million in 2024, an increase of 48%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $96.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export rare gases excluding argon?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $13.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Spain and Angola. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $109.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for rare gases excluding argon?
The HS code for rare gases excluding argon is subheading 2804.29. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2804 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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