Sweet biscuits imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sweet biscuits by the United Kingdom reached $709.1 million in 2024 (168.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 225 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $709.1M | 168.0K t |
| 2023 | $695.8M | 175.1K t |
| 2022 | $516.1M | 157.9K t |
| 2021 | $453.7M | 133.5K t |
| 2020 | $468.0M | 157.0K t |
| 2019 | $478.5M | 158.2K t |
| 2018 | $523.1M | 158.5K t |
| 2017 | $491.7M | 158.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports sweet biscuits from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (27%), Germany (18%), Czech Republic (11%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $189.2M | 27% |
| Germany | $126.6M | 18% |
| Czech Republic | $77.2M | 11% |
| Belgium | $53.2M | 7.5% |
| France | $44.0M | 6.2% |
| Poland | $42.2M | 6% |
| Spain | $35.5M | 5% |
| Italy | $33.4M | 4.7% |
| Turkey | $20.6M | 2.9% |
| Ireland | $20.6M | 2.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.22 per kg, 31% above the world average of $3.23. 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.
Sweet biscuits exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $490.1 million of sweet biscuits in 2024 (103.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 182 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Ireland (26%), United States (13%), France (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+75% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $126.3M | 26% |
| United States | $64.6M | 13% |
| France | $39.8M | 8.1% |
| Australia | $35.0M | 7.1% |
| Netherlands | $30.6M | 6.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $18.9M | 3.9% |
| Canada | $18.7M | 3.8% |
| Germany | $17.7M | 3.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $10.6M | 2.2% |
| Japan | $9.1M | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom sweet biscuits imports (HS 1905.31): 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 1905.31: Food preparations: sweet biscuits, whether or not containing cocoa.
Common questions
What is the value of sweet biscuits imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported sweet biscuits worth $709.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 168.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 225 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply sweet biscuits to the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($189.2 million), followed by Germany (18%) and the Czech Republic (11%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 89 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 42% on the year.
What is the average import price of sweet biscuits per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.22 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $3.23 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of sweet biscuits to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $491.7 million in 2017 to $709.1 million in 2024, an increase of 44%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $542.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export sweet biscuits?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $490.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the United States and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $219.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for sweet biscuits?
The HS code for sweet biscuits is subheading 1905.31. It sits in HS chapter 19 (preparations of cereals, flour, starch or milk; pastrycooks' products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 1905 page.
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