Roasted iron pyrite imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported roasted iron pyrite worth $196.1 million (1.53 million tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 54 countries. Value fell 61% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 200% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $509.0 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 | $196.1M | 1.53M t |
| 2023 | $509.0M | 4.38M t |
| 2022 | $43.0M | 361.9K t |
| 2021 | $26K | - |
| 2020 | $4K | - |
| 2019 | $119K | 372 t |
| 2018 | $225K | 430 t |
| 2017 | $90K | 1.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports roasted iron pyrite from
The largest suppliers were Canada (25%), Sweden (19%), Norway (12%). Among the main suppliers, Uruguay grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $49.6M | 25% |
| Sweden | $38.1M | 20% |
| Norway | $24.5M | 13% |
| Liberia | $21.2M | 11% |
| South Africa | $21.0M | 11% |
| United States | $13.0M | 6.6% |
| Uruguay | $7.6M | 3.9% |
| Brazil | $6.1M | 3.1% |
| Libya | $5.4M | 2.8% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $5.2M | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.13 per kg, close to the world average of $0.13.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom roasted iron pyrite imports (HS 2601.20): 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 2601.20: Iron pyrites: roasted.
Common questions
What is the value of roasted iron pyrite imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported roasted iron pyrite worth $196.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.53 million tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 54 countries worldwide, with 94% of world imports. The value was down 61% on 2023.
Which countries supply roasted iron pyrite to the United Kingdom?
Canada was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($49.6 million), followed by Sweden (19%) and Norway (12%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Uruguay grew fastest among the top ten, up 33% on the year.
What is the average import price of roasted iron pyrite per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.13 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.13 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of roasted iron pyrite to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $90 thousand in 2017 to $196.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $509.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $93.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for roasted iron pyrite?
The HS code for roasted iron pyrite is subheading 2601.20. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2601 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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