Rubber solutions and dispersions imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of rubber solutions and dispersions by the United Kingdom reached $4.0 million in 2024 (357 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 21% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $5.9 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 | $4.0M | 357 t |
| 2023 | $5.0M | 518 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 423 t |
| 2021 | $3.4M | 394 t |
| 2020 | $4.0M | 713 t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 830 t |
| 2018 | $5.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 1.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports rubber solutions and dispersions from
The largest suppliers were Germany (45%), United States (25%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+348% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.8M | 45% |
| United States | $1.0M | 25% |
| China | $410K | 10% |
| Belgium | $177K | 4.4% |
| India | $166K | 4.2% |
| France | $149K | 3.7% |
| Ireland | $83K | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $61K | 1.5% |
| Hungary | $52K | 1.3% |
| Austria | $36K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.17 per kg, 94% above the world average of $5.75. 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.
Rubber solutions and dispersions exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported rubber solutions and dispersions worth $3.9 million (300 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to United States (30%), Switzerland (29%), Germany (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Kazakhstan grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.2M | 30% |
| Switzerland | $1.1M | 29% |
| Germany | $432K | 11% |
| Italy | $160K | 4.2% |
| France | $124K | 3.2% |
| Kazakhstan | $106K | 2.7% |
| India | $94K | 2.4% |
| Belgium | $69K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $67K | 1.8% |
| Egypt | $67K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom rubber solutions and dispersions imports (HS 4005.20): 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 4005.20: Rubber: unvulcanised, compounded, solutions and dispersions other than those of item no. 4005.10.
Common questions
What is the value of rubber solutions and dispersions imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported rubber solutions and dispersions worth $4.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 357 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 158 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply rubber solutions and dispersions to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by the United States (25%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 348% on the year.
What is the average import price of rubber solutions and dispersions per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.17 per kg in 2024, 94% above the world average of $5.75 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of rubber solutions and dispersions to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $4.0 million in 2024, a fall of 11%. The peak was 2018 at $5.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export rubber solutions and dispersions?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Switzerland and Germany. That compares with imports of $4.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for rubber solutions and dispersions?
The HS code for rubber solutions and dispersions is subheading 4005.20. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4005 page.
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