Vinyl acetate imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of vinyl acetate by the United Kingdom reached $50.5 million in 2024 (13.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 111 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 18% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $106.0 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 | $50.5M | 13.5K t |
| 2023 | $61.3M | 42.1K t |
| 2022 | $106.0M | 54.0K t |
| 2021 | $65.8M | 44.1K t |
| 2020 | $58.4M | 71.3K t |
| 2019 | $55.1M | 54.2K t |
| 2018 | $70.1M | 59.9K t |
| 2017 | $61.1M | 62.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports vinyl acetate from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 62% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $31.3M | 62% |
| South Korea | $9.7M | 19% |
| Belgium | $6.1M | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.7M | 3.3% |
| Singapore | $1.4M | 2.7% |
| Germany | $243K | 0.5% |
| France | $30K | 0.1% |
| Mexico | $2K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.75 per kg, 291% above the world average of $0.96. 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.
Vinyl acetate exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported vinyl acetate worth $5.0 million (3.8 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+76% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.1M | 62% |
| France | $1.8M | 36% |
| United Arab Emirates | $42K | 0.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $34K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $23K | 0.5% |
| Norway | $8K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.1% |
| China | $3K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $1K | 0% |
| Turkey | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom vinyl acetate imports (HS 2915.32): 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 2915.32: Acids: saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids: vinyl acetate.
Common questions
What is the value of vinyl acetate imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported vinyl acetate worth $50.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 111 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply vinyl acetate to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 62% of the value ($31.3 million), followed by South Korea (19%) and Belgium (12%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 8 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of vinyl acetate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.75 per kg in 2024, 291% above the world average of $0.96 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of vinyl acetate to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $61.1 million in 2017 to $50.5 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2022 at $106.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $66.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export vinyl acetate?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $5.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, France and the United Arab Emirates. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $45.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for vinyl acetate?
The HS code for vinyl acetate is subheading 2915.32. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2915 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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