Sawn iroko boards imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $13.6 million of sawn iroko boards in 2024 (7.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 92 countries. That is 21% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $17.2 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 | $13.6M | 7.6K t |
| 2023 | $17.2M | 9.0K t |
| 2022 | $11.3M | 6.8K t |
| 2021 | $12.9M | 8.9K t |
| 2020 | $10.1M | 6.3K t |
| 2019 | $9.9M | 7.0K t |
| 2018 | $12.1M | 7.4K t |
| 2017 | $14.0M | 9.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports sawn iroko boards from
The largest suppliers were Cameroon (40%), Cote d'Ivoire (15%), Netherlands (9%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+236% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Cameroon | $5.4M | 40% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $2.0M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $1.2M | 9.1% |
| Republic of the Congo | $1.1M | 8.4% |
| DR Congo | $812K | 6% |
| Gabon | $585K | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $566K | 4.2% |
| Ghana | $492K | 3.6% |
| Latvia | $489K | 3.6% |
| Germany | $348K | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.78 per kg, 46% above the world average of $1.22. 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.
Sawn iroko boards exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of sawn iroko boards by the United Kingdom reached $1.2 million in 2024 (482 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Ireland (28%), Spain (25%), Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+585% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $329K | 28% |
| Spain | $300K | 25% |
| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | $182K | 15% |
| South Africa | $174K | 15% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $123K | 10% |
| Romania | $25K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $14K | 1.2% |
| Poland | $14K | 1.2% |
| Iceland | $9K | 0.8% |
| India | $6K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom sawn iroko boards imports (HS 4407.28): 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 4407.28: Wood, tropical: iroko, sawn or chipped lengthwise, sliced or peeled, whether or not planed, sanded or end-jointed, thicker than 6mm.
Common questions
What is the value of sawn iroko boards imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported sawn iroko boards worth $13.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 92 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was down 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply sawn iroko boards to the United Kingdom?
Cameroon was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by Cote d'Ivoire (15%) and the Netherlands (9%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 236% on the year.
What is the average import price of sawn iroko boards per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.78 per kg in 2024, 46% above the world average of $1.22 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of sawn iroko boards to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.0 million in 2017 to $13.6 million in 2024, a fall of 3%. The peak was 2023 at $17.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export sawn iroko boards?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Spain and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $12.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for sawn iroko boards?
The HS code for sawn iroko boards is subheading 4407.28. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4407 page.
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