Refined palm kernel or babassu oil imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported refined palm kernel or babassu oil worth $21.3 million (13.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $28.8 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 | $21.3M | 13.5K t |
| 2023 | $21.3M | 8.8K t |
| 2022 | $28.8M | 10.9K t |
| 2021 | $18.7M | 10.8K t |
| 2020 | $20.9M | 13.0K t |
| 2019 | $15.4M | 11.5K t |
| 2018 | $15.5M | 9.3K t |
| 2017 | $17.5M | 9.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports refined palm kernel or babassu oil from
One supplier dominates: Netherlands accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+216% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $11.7M | 55% |
| Indonesia | $3.5M | 17% |
| Malaysia | $2.3M | 11% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 7.3% |
| Belgium | $820K | 3.9% |
| Ireland | $707K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $545K | 2.6% |
| Sweden | $44K | 0.2% |
| Brazil | $36K | 0.2% |
| India | $27K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.58 per kg, 22% above the world average of $1.30. 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.
Refined palm kernel or babassu oil exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $205 thousand of refined palm kernel or babassu oil in 2024 (68 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (43%), France (17%), United States (15%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+531% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $89K | 43% |
| France | $34K | 17% |
| United States | $31K | 15% |
| Poland | $12K | 5.9% |
| Denmark | $8K | 4% |
| India | $8K | 4% |
| Iraq | $5K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $4K | 2.1% |
| Ireland | $4K | 1.9% |
| Malaysia | $3K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom refined palm kernel or babassu oil imports (HS 1513.29): 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 1513.29: Vegetable oils: palm kernel or babassu oil and their fractions, other than crude, whether or not refined, but not chemically modified.
Common questions
What is the value of refined palm kernel or babassu oil imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported refined palm kernel or babassu oil worth $21.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 160 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply refined palm kernel or babassu oil to the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($11.7 million), followed by Indonesia (17%) and Malaysia (11%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 350% on the year.
What is the average import price of refined palm kernel or babassu oil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.58 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $1.30 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of refined palm kernel or babassu oil to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.5 million in 2017 to $21.3 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. The peak was 2022 at $28.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export refined palm kernel or babassu oil?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $205 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, France and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $21.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for refined palm kernel or babassu oil?
The HS code for refined palm kernel or babassu oil is subheading 1513.29. It sits in HS chapter 15 (animal, vegetable or microbial fats and oils and their cleavage products; prepared edible fats; animal or vegetable waxes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1513 page.
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