Technically specified natural rubber imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported technically specified natural rubber worth $25.5 million (13.4 thousand tonnes). Value rose 9% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $38.7 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 | $25.5M | 13.4K t |
| 2023 | $23.5M | 15.6K t |
| 2022 | $19.4M | 11.1K t |
| 2021 | $16.3M | 9.8K t |
| 2020 | $11.9M | 9.3K t |
| 2019 | $18.6M | 14.4K t |
| 2018 | $25.5M | 18.9K t |
| 2017 | $38.7M | 23.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports technically specified natural rubber from
The largest suppliers were Thailand (37%), Indonesia (30%), Vietnam (9%). Among the main suppliers, Ghana grew fastest (+92% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $9.4M | 37% |
| Indonesia | $7.7M | 30% |
| Vietnam | $2.4M | 9.5% |
| France | $1.2M | 4.9% |
| Malaysia | $1.0M | 4% |
| Romania | $805K | 3.2% |
| Ghana | $657K | 2.6% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $576K | 2.3% |
| Belgium | $451K | 1.8% |
| Ireland | $332K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.90 per kg, close to the world average of $1.75.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Technically specified natural rubber exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported technically specified natural rubber worth $2.0 million (867 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Sri Lanka (27%), Serbia (12%), Czech Republic (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Sri Lanka grew fastest (+188% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | $538K | 27% |
| Serbia | $247K | 12% |
| Czech Republic | $174K | 8.6% |
| Malaysia | $165K | 8.2% |
| Romania | $160K | 7.9% |
| Uzbekistan | $137K | 6.8% |
| Ireland | $134K | 6.7% |
| France | $81K | 4% |
| Germany | $66K | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $39K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom technically specified natural rubber imports (HS 4001.22): 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 4001.22: Rubber: technically specified natural rubber (TSNR), in primary forms or in plates, sheets or strip (excluding latex and smoked sheets).
Common questions
What is the value of technically specified natural rubber imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported technically specified natural rubber worth $25.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 42nd of 128 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply technically specified natural rubber to the United Kingdom?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($9.4 million), followed by Indonesia (30%) and Vietnam (9%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Ghana grew fastest among the top ten, up 92% on the year.
What is the average import price of technically specified natural rubber per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.90 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $1.75 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of technically specified natural rubber to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $38.7 million in 2017 to $25.5 million in 2024, a fall of 34%. The peak was 2017 at $38.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export technically specified natural rubber?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Sri Lanka, Serbia and the Czech Republic. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $23.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for technically specified natural rubber?
The HS code for technically specified natural rubber is subheading 4001.22. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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