Sorbitol formulation imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $8.1 million of sorbitol formulation in 2024 (6.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 34% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $12.3 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 | $8.1M | 6.2K t |
| 2023 | $12.3M | 8.4K t |
| 2022 | $7.6M | 7.6K t |
| 2021 | $8.3M | 10.4K t |
| 2020 | $7.9M | 9.6K t |
| 2019 | $9.1M | 12.9K t |
| 2018 | $12.0M | 17.8K t |
| 2017 | $10.8M | 19.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports sorbitol formulation from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 83% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $6.7M | 83% |
| Belgium | $683K | 8.4% |
| Germany | $525K | 6.5% |
| Japan | $93K | 1.2% |
| Switzerland | $36K | 0.4% |
| China | $13K | 0.2% |
| United States | $12K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $10K | 0.1% |
| Czech Republic | $2K | 0% |
| Turkey | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.31 per kg, 52% above the world average of $0.86. 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.
Sorbitol formulation exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of sorbitol formulation by the United Kingdom reached $584 thousand in 2024 (179 tonnes). Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (34%), Germany (14%), France (13%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $201K | 34% |
| Germany | $82K | 14% |
| France | $74K | 13% |
| South Africa | $60K | 10% |
| United States | $57K | 9.8% |
| Thailand | $42K | 7.2% |
| Ireland | $21K | 3.7% |
| Guyana | $21K | 3.6% |
| India | $13K | 2.2% |
| Chile | $7K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom sorbitol formulation imports (HS 3824.60): 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 3824.60: Sorbitol: other than that of subheading no. 2905.44.
Common questions
What is the value of sorbitol formulation imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported sorbitol formulation worth $8.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 156 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply sorbitol formulation to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($6.7 million), followed by Belgium (8%) and Germany (6%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 13 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 901% on the year.
What is the average import price of sorbitol formulation per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.31 per kg in 2024, 52% above the world average of $0.86 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of sorbitol formulation to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.8 million in 2017 to $8.1 million in 2024, a fall of 25%. The peak was 2023 at $12.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export sorbitol formulation?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $584 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Germany and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $7.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for sorbitol formulation?
The HS code for sorbitol formulation is subheading 3824.60. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3824 page.
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