Urea-formaldehyde resins imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported urea-formaldehyde resins worth $7.8 million (2.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $13.1 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 | $7.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $7.9M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $12.1M | 5.8K t |
| 2021 | $8.7M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $6.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $7.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $6.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $13.1M | 7.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports urea-formaldehyde resins from
Most of the value came from Germany (40%), Sweden (22%), Norway (19%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+70% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.1M | 40% |
| Sweden | $1.8M | 23% |
| Norway | $1.5M | 19% |
| United States | $477K | 6.1% |
| China | $298K | 3.8% |
| Netherlands | $271K | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $250K | 3.2% |
| Mexico | $50K | 0.6% |
| Ireland | $33K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $28K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.67 per kg, 317% above the world average of $0.64. 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.
Urea-formaldehyde resins exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $5.2 million of urea-formaldehyde resins in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to France (15%), United States (11%), Germany (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, Belarus grew fastest (+457% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $794K | 15% |
| United States | $574K | 11% |
| Germany | $553K | 11% |
| Belarus | $493K | 9.5% |
| Ireland | $416K | 8% |
| Netherlands | $364K | 7% |
| South Africa | $264K | 5.1% |
| Kazakhstan | $217K | 4.2% |
| Sri Lanka | $211K | 4.1% |
| Canada | $173K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom urea-formaldehyde resins imports (HS 3909.10): 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 3909.10: Amino-resins: urea and thiourea resins, in primary forms.
Common questions
What is the value of urea-formaldehyde resins imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported urea-formaldehyde resins worth $7.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 169 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply urea-formaldehyde resins to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Sweden (22%) and Norway (19%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 70% on the year.
What is the average import price of urea-formaldehyde resins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.67 per kg in 2024, 317% above the world average of $0.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of urea-formaldehyde resins to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.1 million in 2017 to $7.8 million in 2024, a fall of 40%. The peak was 2017 at $13.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export urea-formaldehyde resins?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $5.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the United States and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for urea-formaldehyde resins?
The HS code for urea-formaldehyde resins is subheading 3909.10. It sits in HS chapter 39 (plastics and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3909 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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