Sweet potatoes imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of sweet potatoes by the United Kingdom reached $99.5 million in 2024 (117.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 194 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 17% on 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 | $99.5M | 117.2K t |
| 2023 | $85.2M | 98.3K t |
| 2022 | $90.6M | 108.0K t |
| 2021 | $117.9M | 155.8K t |
| 2020 | $117.3M | 158.7K t |
| 2019 | $112.1M | 135.4K t |
| 2018 | $103.5M | 147.7K t |
| 2017 | $101.8M | 156.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports sweet potatoes from
Most of the value came from United States (36%), Egypt (33%), China (13%). Among the main suppliers, Uganda grew fastest (+254% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $35.4M | 36% |
| Egypt | $32.5M | 33% |
| China | $12.6M | 13% |
| South Africa | $4.3M | 4.4% |
| Spain | $3.9M | 3.9% |
| Uganda | $2.4M | 2.5% |
| Brazil | $2.2M | 2.2% |
| Argentina | $1.4M | 1.5% |
| Portugal | $1.4M | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $698K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.85 per kg, close to the world average of $0.92.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Sweet potatoes exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $3.6 million of sweet potatoes in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (47%), Netherlands (41%), Belgium (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $1.7M | 47% |
| Netherlands | $1.5M | 41% |
| Belgium | $188K | 5.1% |
| France | $104K | 2.8% |
| Malaysia | $34K | 0.9% |
| Singapore | $16K | 0.5% |
| Canada | $16K | 0.4% |
| Falkland Isds (Malvinas) | $11K | 0.3% |
| Portugal | $8K | 0.2% |
| Malta | $6K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom sweet potatoes imports (HS 0714.20): 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 0714.20: Vegetable roots and tubers: sweet potatoes, with high starch or inulin content, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not sliced or in the form of pellets.
Common questions
What is the value of sweet potatoes imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported sweet potatoes worth $99.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 117.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 194 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply sweet potatoes to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($35.4 million), followed by Egypt (33%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Uganda grew fastest among the top ten, up 254% on the year.
What is the average import price of sweet potatoes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.85 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $0.92 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 potatoes to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $101.8 million in 2017 to $99.5 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2021 at $117.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $103.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export sweet potatoes?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the Netherlands and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $95.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for sweet potatoes?
The HS code for sweet potatoes is subheading 0714.20. It sits in HS chapter 07 (vegetables and certain roots and tubers; edible). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0714 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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