Smoked fish (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $17.1 million of smoked fish (other) in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 170 countries for imports of this product. That is 27% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $25.4 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 | $17.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $13.5M | 2.8K t |
| 2022 | $11.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $21.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $25.4M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $13.7M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $21.6M | 5.1K t |
| 2017 | $18.8M | 3.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports smoked fish (other) from
China alone supplied 79% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.5M | 79% |
| Lithuania | $924K | 5.4% |
| Poland | $820K | 4.8% |
| Spain | $490K | 2.9% |
| Vietnam | $385K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $344K | 2% |
| Ireland | $264K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $81K | 0.5% |
| France | $50K | 0.3% |
| Latvia | $47K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.93 per kg, 45% above the world average of $4.79. 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.
Smoked fish (other) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported smoked fish (other) worth $1.8 million (234 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Ireland alone took 52% of it. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+92% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $961K | 52% |
| France | $181K | 9.8% |
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | $154K | 8.3% |
| Australia | $98K | 5.3% |
| Antigua and Barbuda | $95K | 5.2% |
| Dominica | $72K | 3.9% |
| Bermuda | $56K | 3.1% |
| Canada | $44K | 2.4% |
| Grenada | $29K | 1.6% |
| Hong Kong | $18K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom smoked fish (other) imports (HS 0305.49): 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 0305.49: Fish: smoked, whether or not cooked before or during smoking, n.e.c. in item no. 0305.4, includes fillets, but excludes edible fish offal.
Common questions
What is the value of smoked fish (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported smoked fish (other) worth $17.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 170 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply smoked fish (other) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 79% of the value ($13.5 million), followed by Lithuania (5%) and Poland (5%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 450% on the year.
What is the average import price of smoked fish (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.93 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $4.79 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of smoked fish (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.8 million in 2017 to $17.1 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2020 at $25.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export smoked fish (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, France and Saint Kitts and Nevis. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $15.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for smoked fish (other)?
The HS code for smoked fish (other) is subheading 0305.49. It sits in HS chapter 03 (fish and crustaceans, molluscs and other aquatic invertebrates). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0305 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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