Tanning extracts and tannins (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of tanning extracts and tannins (other) by the United Kingdom reached $2.5 million in 2024 (841 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 3% more than in 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 | $2.5M | 841 t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 801 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 763 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 651 t |
| 2019 | $1.3M | 473 t |
| 2018 | $1.4M | 535 t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 580 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports tanning extracts and tannins (other) from
One supplier dominates: Brazil accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+609% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $1.5M | 59% |
| Germany | $235K | 9.5% |
| Belgium | $148K | 5.9% |
| Spain | $135K | 5.4% |
| China | $128K | 5.2% |
| Netherlands | $117K | 4.7% |
| Italy | $76K | 3.1% |
| India | $58K | 2.4% |
| France | $28K | 1.1% |
| Slovenia | $25K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.96 per kg, close to the world average of $3.25.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tanning extracts and tannins (other) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of tanning extracts and tannins (other) by the United Kingdom reached $1.1 million in 2024 (141 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Saudi Arabia accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $702K | 65% |
| United Arab Emirates | $90K | 8.3% |
| Belgium | $42K | 3.9% |
| United States | $34K | 3.1% |
| Czech Republic | $28K | 2.6% |
| France | $27K | 2.5% |
| Ireland | $24K | 2.2% |
| Poland | $23K | 2.1% |
| Kazakhstan | $21K | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $18K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom tanning extracts and tannins (other) imports (HS 3201.90): 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 3201.90: Tanning extracts of vegetable origin: tannins and their salts, ethers, esters and other derivatives, (excluding quebracho or wattle extract).
Common questions
What is the value of tanning extracts and tannins (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported tanning extracts and tannins (other) worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 841 tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 142 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply tanning extracts and tannins (other) to the United Kingdom?
Brazil was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Germany (9%) and Belgium (6%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 609% on the year.
What is the average import price of tanning extracts and tannins (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.96 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $3.25 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of tanning extracts and tannins (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, an increase of 27%. The peak was 2022 at $2.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export tanning extracts and tannins (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for tanning extracts and tannins (other)?
The HS code for tanning extracts and tannins (other) is subheading 3201.90. 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 3201 page.
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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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