Synthetic tanning agents imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $3.5 million of synthetic tanning agents in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 23% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.9 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 | $3.5M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $4.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 598 t |
| 2019 | $2.1M | 875 t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $4.0M | 1.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports synthetic tanning agents from
One supplier dominates: Spain accounted for 50% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Uruguay grew fastest (+100% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $1.8M | 50% |
| Germany | $549K | 16% |
| France | $367K | 10% |
| Italy | $238K | 6.7% |
| Ireland | $133K | 3.7% |
| Canada | $118K | 3.3% |
| Greece | $103K | 2.9% |
| Uruguay | $91K | 2.6% |
| Australia | $56K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $47K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.47 per kg, close to the world average of $1.69.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Synthetic tanning agents exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $232 thousand of synthetic tanning agents in 2024 (56 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were France (27%), Ireland (15%), United States (15%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+384% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $63K | 27% |
| Ireland | $36K | 15% |
| United States | $35K | 15% |
| Poland | $16K | 7% |
| South Africa | $15K | 6.6% |
| Netherlands | $12K | 5.4% |
| Australia | $9K | 4.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $6K | 2.7% |
| Denmark | $5K | 2.2% |
| Norway | $5K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom synthetic tanning agents imports (HS 3202.10): 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 3202.10: Tanning substances: synthetic organic tanning substances.
Common questions
What is the value of synthetic tanning agents imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported synthetic tanning agents worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 145 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply synthetic tanning agents to the United Kingdom?
Spain was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Germany (15%) and France (10%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Uruguay grew fastest among the top ten, up 100% on the year.
What is the average import price of synthetic tanning agents per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.47 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $1.69 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of synthetic tanning agents to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.0 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2022 at $4.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export synthetic tanning agents?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $232 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Ireland and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $3.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for synthetic tanning agents?
The HS code for synthetic tanning agents is subheading 3202.10. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3202 page.
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