Unsaturated fatty acids exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported unsaturated fatty acids worth $7.1 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. That is 12% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $12.6 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $8.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $8.7M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $9.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $11.0M | 4.3K t |
| 2018 | $10.1M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $12.6M | 5.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports unsaturated fatty acids to
The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (27%), Italy (16%), Spain (16%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+199% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 27% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 16% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 16% |
| Sweden | $657K | 9.3% |
| United States | $637K | 9% |
| Germany | $527K | 7.4% |
| China | $241K | 3.4% |
| Colombia | $152K | 2.1% |
| Brazil | $90K | 1.3% |
| India | $90K | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.42 per kg, 55% above the world average of $2.86. 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 fatty acids imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of unsaturated fatty acids by the United Kingdom reached $4.8 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Italy (25%), Germany (22%), United States (12%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.2M | 25% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 22% |
| United States | $582K | 12% |
| China | $531K | 11% |
| Belgium | $516K | 11% |
| France | $262K | 5.4% |
| Netherlands | $204K | 4.2% |
| Indonesia | $175K | 3.6% |
| India | $99K | 2.1% |
| Malaysia | $76K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom unsaturated fatty acids exports (HS 2916.15): 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 2916.15: Acids: unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: oleic, linoleic or linolenic acids, their salts and esters.
Common questions
What is the value of unsaturated fatty acids exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported unsaturated fatty acids worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 72 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy unsaturated fatty acids from the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 27% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Italy (16%) and Spain (16%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 51 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 199% on the year.
What is the average export price of unsaturated fatty acids per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.42 per kg in 2024, 55% above the world average of $2.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of unsaturated fatty acids from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $12.6 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, a fall of 44%. The peak was 2017 at $12.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import unsaturated fatty acids?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $4.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Germany and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for unsaturated fatty acids?
The HS code for unsaturated fatty acids is subheading 2916.15. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2916 page.
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