Sulfites (non-sodium) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of sulfites (non-sodium) by the United Kingdom reached $3.5 million in 2024 (4.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 74 countries. Value fell 22% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $9.8 million.
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 | $3.5M | 4.9K t |
| 2023 | $4.4M | 4.5K t |
| 2022 | $9.8M | 10.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 8.4K t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 8.3K t |
| 2019 | $4.5M | 7.8K t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $3.3M | 11.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports sulfites (non-sodium) to
Most of it went to Ireland (44%), Angola (20%), Norway (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $1.5M | 44% |
| Angola | $707K | 20% |
| Norway | $379K | 11% |
| France | $167K | 4.8% |
| Brunei | $136K | 3.9% |
| Ghana | $101K | 2.9% |
| Australia | $101K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $55K | 1.6% |
| Ecuador | $55K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $28K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.71 per kg, close to the world average of $0.64.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sulfites (non-sodium) imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of sulfites (non-sodium) by the United Kingdom reached $1.6 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+175% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.2M | 75% |
| Germany | $332K | 21% |
| Belgium | $51K | 3.1% |
| France | $11K | 0.7% |
| Hungary | $4K | 0.3% |
| China | $4K | 0.3% |
| Switzerland | $4K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.2% |
| Serbia | $0K | 0% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom sulfites (non-sodium) exports (HS 2832.20): 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 2832.20: Sulphites: other than of sodium.
Common questions
What is the value of sulfites (non-sodium) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported sulfites (non-sodium) worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 74 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy sulfites (non-sodium) from the United Kingdom?
Ireland was the largest buyer with 44% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Angola (20%) and Norway (11%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 33 buyer countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 48% on the year.
What is the average export price of sulfites (non-sodium) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.71 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $0.64 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of sulfites (non-sodium) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.3 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2022 at $9.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import sulfites (non-sodium)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Germany and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for sulfites (non-sodium)?
The HS code for sulfites (non-sodium) is subheading 2832.20. 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?
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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