Supported catalysts (other metals) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $50.6 million of supported catalysts (other metals) in 2024 (4.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 61% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $131.1 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 | $50.6M | 4.5K t |
| 2023 | $131.1M | 5.4K t |
| 2022 | $115.0M | 7.5K t |
| 2021 | $50.6M | 4.8K t |
| 2020 | $64.5M | 6.2K t |
| 2019 | $79.5M | 6.0K t |
| 2018 | $86.0M | 6.8K t |
| 2017 | $78.9M | 7.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports supported catalysts (other metals) to
Most of it went to Netherlands (28%), United States (25%), China (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Serbia grew fastest (+806% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $14.2M | 28% |
| United States | $12.8M | 25% |
| China | $5.4M | 11% |
| Singapore | $4.2M | 8.4% |
| Germany | $2.2M | 4.3% |
| Chile | $2.1M | 4.2% |
| South Korea | $1.9M | 3.8% |
| Australia | $1.5M | 3% |
| Serbia | $909K | 1.8% |
| Canada | $879K | 1.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.14 per kg, 23% below the world average of $14.40, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Supported catalysts (other metals) imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $43.1 million of supported catalysts (other metals) in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Netherlands (33%), United States (18%), Denmark (13%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $14.3M | 33% |
| United States | $7.6M | 18% |
| Denmark | $5.5M | 13% |
| Italy | $3.1M | 7.3% |
| Germany | $3.1M | 7.3% |
| China | $2.3M | 5.3% |
| France | $1.7M | 3.9% |
| Poland | $1.2M | 2.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.1M | 2.5% |
| Czech Republic | $728K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom supported catalysts (other metals) exports (HS 3815.19): 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 3815.19: Catalysts, supported: reaction initiators, reaction accelerators and catalytic preparations, with an active substance other than nickel or precious metals or their compounds, n.e.c. or included.
Common questions
What is the value of supported catalysts (other metals) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported supported catalysts (other metals) worth $50.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 101 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 61% on 2023.
Which countries buy supported catalysts (other metals) from the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 28% of the value ($14.2 million), followed by the United States (25%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 61 buyer countries in total. Serbia grew fastest among the top ten, up 806% on the year.
What is the average export price of supported catalysts (other metals) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $11.14 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $14.40 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of supported catalysts (other metals) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $78.9 million in 2017 to $50.6 million in 2024, a fall of 36%. The peak was 2023 at $131.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $82.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import supported catalysts (other metals)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $43.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands, the United States and Denmark. That compares with exports of $50.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for supported catalysts (other metals)?
The HS code for supported catalysts (other metals) is subheading 3815.19. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3815 page.
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