Unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons (other) worth $37.7 million (14.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 8% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $50.3 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 | $37.7M | 14.7K t |
| 2023 | $35.0M | 16.0K t |
| 2022 | $46.7M | 22.7K t |
| 2021 | $50.3M | 32.6K t |
| 2020 | $23.8M | 18.9K t |
| 2019 | $29.6M | 19.4K t |
| 2018 | $47.9M | 26.2K t |
| 2017 | $37.5M | 27.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons (other) from
The largest suppliers were Belgium (40%), United States (29%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+93% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $15.2M | 40% |
| United States | $10.9M | 29% |
| Germany | $5.3M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $1.6M | 4.3% |
| Qatar | $1.2M | 3.2% |
| Ireland | $719K | 1.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $711K | 1.9% |
| Japan | $613K | 1.6% |
| China | $365K | 1% |
| Serbia | $349K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.57 per kg, 59% above the world average of $1.62. 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.
Unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons (other) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $7.6 million of unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons (other) in 2024 (2.4 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Spain (32%), Germany (13%), Ireland (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $2.4M | 32% |
| Germany | $989K | 13% |
| Ireland | $949K | 12% |
| France | $642K | 8.4% |
| United States | $499K | 6.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $343K | 4.5% |
| Belgium | $240K | 3.1% |
| India | $224K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $132K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $93K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons (other) imports (HS 2901.29): 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 2901.29: Acyclic hydrocarbons: unsaturated, n.e.c. in heading no. 2901.
Common questions
What is the value of unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons (other) worth $37.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 194 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons (other) to the United Kingdom?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($15.2 million), followed by the United States (29%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 372% on the year.
What is the average import price of unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.57 per kg in 2024, 59% above the world average of $1.62 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $37.5 million in 2017 to $37.7 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2021 at $50.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $38.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $7.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, Germany and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $30.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons (other)?
The HS code for unsaturated acyclic hydrocarbons (other) is subheading 2901.29. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2901 page.
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