Sodium sulfite imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $6.2 million of sodium sulfite in 2024 (12.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 63% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $6.2M | 12.3K t |
| 2023 | $3.8M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 6.0K t |
| 2021 | $4.0M | 5.6K t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 6.0K t |
| 2019 | $4.2M | 5.7K t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 6.6K t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 6.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports sodium sulfite from
One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 70% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $4.4M | 70% |
| Germany | $607K | 9.7% |
| Turkey | $426K | 6.8% |
| United States | $395K | 6.3% |
| Belgium | $216K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $103K | 1.7% |
| Norway | $26K | 0.4% |
| Ireland | $20K | 0.3% |
| China | $18K | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | $13K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.51 per kg, close to the world average of $0.51.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sodium sulfite exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported sodium sulfite worth $1.9 million (2.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Angola (27%), Ireland (21%), Norway (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Angola | $514K | 27% |
| Ireland | $390K | 21% |
| Norway | $95K | 5% |
| Senegal | $92K | 4.9% |
| Germany | $77K | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $70K | 3.7% |
| Belgium | $64K | 3.4% |
| Japan | $57K | 3% |
| Canada | $52K | 2.8% |
| Nigeria | $52K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom sodium sulfite imports (HS 2832.10): 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 2832.10: Sulphites: of sodium.
Common questions
What is the value of sodium sulfite imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported sodium sulfite worth $6.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 189 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 63% on 2023.
Which countries supply sodium sulfite to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by Germany (10%) and Turkey (7%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 121% on the year.
What is the average import price of sodium sulfite per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.51 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $0.51 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of sodium sulfite to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $6.2 million in 2024, an increase of 79%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export sodium sulfite?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Angola, Ireland and Norway. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for sodium sulfite?
The HS code for sodium sulfite is subheading 2832.10. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2832 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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