Scouring paste exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $23.0 million of scouring paste in 2024 (11.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 109 countries for exports of this product. That is 202% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $23.0M | 11.6K t |
| 2023 | $7.6M | 4.7K t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2020 | $5.2M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $7.6M | 4.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports scouring paste to
The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (41%), United States (37%), France (3%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+259% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $9.4M | 41% |
| United States | $8.4M | 37% |
| France | $619K | 2.7% |
| Ireland | $582K | 2.5% |
| Latvia | $468K | 2% |
| Sweden | $335K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $193K | 0.8% |
| China | $162K | 0.7% |
| Norway | $157K | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $155K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.98 per kg, close to the world average of $2.41.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Scouring paste imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported scouring paste worth $10.2 million (9.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Hungary alone supplied 68% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hungary | $6.9M | 68% |
| Poland | $1.1M | 11% |
| United States | $451K | 4.4% |
| China | $390K | 3.8% |
| Japan | $230K | 2.3% |
| India | $195K | 1.9% |
| Italy | $178K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $138K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $119K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $103K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom scouring paste exports (HS 3405.40): 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 3405.40: Scouring pastes and powders and other scouring preparations: (whether or not in the form of paper, wadding, felt, nonwovens, cellular plastics, cellular rubber, impregnated, coated or covered).
Common questions
What is the value of scouring paste exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported scouring paste worth $23.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 109 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 202% on 2023.
Which countries buy scouring paste from the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 41% of the value ($9.4 million), followed by the United States (37%) and France (3%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 93 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 259% on the year.
What is the average export price of scouring paste per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.98 per kg in 2024, 18% below the world average of $2.41 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of scouring paste from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.6 million in 2017 to $23.0 million in 2024, an increase of 204%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import scouring paste?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $10.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Hungary, Poland and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $12.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for scouring paste?
The HS code for scouring paste is subheading 3405.40. It sits in HS chapter 34 (soap, organic surface-active agents; washing, lubricating, polishing or scouring preparations; artificial or prepared waxes, candles and similar articles, modelling pastes, dental waxes and dental preparations with a basis of plaster). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3405 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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