Whole coconuts imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported whole coconuts worth $3.2 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 15% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $3.2M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $2.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $2.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 2.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports whole coconuts from
Most of the value came from India (48%), Thailand (25%), Vietnam (8%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.5M | 48% |
| Thailand | $803K | 25% |
| Vietnam | $264K | 8.3% |
| Sri Lanka | $152K | 4.8% |
| Spain | $132K | 4.2% |
| Costa Rica | $109K | 3.4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $83K | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $51K | 1.6% |
| Ghana | $15K | 0.5% |
| Singapore | $12K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.14 per kg, 111% above the world average of $0.54. 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.
Whole coconuts exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of whole coconuts by the United Kingdom reached $231 thousand in 2024 (120 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were France (41%), Ireland (40%), Falkland Isds (Malvinas) (13%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+373% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $96K | 41% |
| Ireland | $92K | 40% |
| Falkland Isds (Malvinas) | $30K | 13% |
| Netherlands | $14K | 5.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom whole coconuts imports (HS 0801.12): 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 0801.12: Nuts, edible: coconuts, in the inner shell (endocarp).
Common questions
What is the value of whole coconuts imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported whole coconuts worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 139 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply whole coconuts to the United Kingdom?
India was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($1.5 million), followed by Thailand (25%) and Vietnam (8%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 153% on the year.
What is the average import price of whole coconuts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.14 per kg in 2024, 111% above the world average of $0.54 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of whole coconuts to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, an increase of 88%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export whole coconuts?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $231 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Ireland and Falkland Isds (Malvinas). On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for whole coconuts?
The HS code for whole coconuts is subheading 0801.12. 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 0801 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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