Watermelons imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $145.6 million of watermelons in 2024 (188.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 190 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 15% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
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 | $145.6M | 188.9K t |
| 2023 | $126.5M | 162.9K t |
| 2022 | $120.6M | 160.8K t |
| 2021 | $77.9M | 144.7K t |
| 2020 | $94.2M | 158.6K t |
| 2019 | $86.1M | 157.3K t |
| 2018 | $83.7M | 145.3K t |
| 2017 | $72.5M | 134.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports watermelons from
The largest suppliers were Spain (44%), Brazil (23%), Costa Rica (6%). Among the main suppliers, Greece grew fastest (+81% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $64.0M | 44% |
| Brazil | $33.9M | 23% |
| Costa Rica | $9.2M | 6.3% |
| Morocco | $8.9M | 6.1% |
| Greece | $7.7M | 5.3% |
| Italy | $5.4M | 3.7% |
| Panama | $4.1M | 2.9% |
| Mauritania | $2.9M | 2% |
| South Africa | $2.6M | 1.8% |
| France | $2.3M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.77 per kg, 33% above the world average of $0.58. 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.
Watermelons exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of watermelons by the United Kingdom reached $398 thousand in 2024 (235 tonnes). Ireland alone took 59% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+94% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $237K | 59% |
| Netherlands | $44K | 11% |
| Costa Rica | $38K | 9.5% |
| Hong Kong | $20K | 5% |
| Spain | $19K | 4.9% |
| Iceland | $16K | 4.1% |
| Kuwait | $7K | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $5K | 1.3% |
| Egypt | $5K | 1.3% |
| Brazil | $3K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom watermelons imports (HS 0807.11): 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 0807.11: Fruit, edible: watermelons, fresh.
Common questions
What is the value of watermelons imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported watermelons worth $145.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 188.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 190 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply watermelons to the United Kingdom?
Spain was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($64.0 million), followed by Brazil (23%) and Costa Rica (6%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Mauritania grew fastest among the top ten, up 87% on the year.
What is the average import price of watermelons per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.77 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $0.58 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of watermelons to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $72.5 million in 2017 to $145.6 million in 2024, an increase of 101%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $100.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export watermelons?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $398 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the Netherlands and Costa Rica. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $145.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for watermelons?
The HS code for watermelons is subheading 0807.11. It sits in HS chapter 08 (fruit and nuts, edible; peel of citrus fruit or melons). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0807 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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