Wood chips (non-coniferous) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported wood chips (non-coniferous) worth $8.6 million (20.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 6% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $15.8 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 | $8.6M | 20.2K t |
| 2023 | $9.1M | 23.0K t |
| 2022 | $7.9M | 20.5K t |
| 2021 | $10.6M | 84.8K t |
| 2020 | $15.8M | 96.5K t |
| 2019 | $10.9M | 31.8K t |
| 2018 | $8.3M | 24.6K t |
| 2017 | $5.4M | 26.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports wood chips (non-coniferous) from
Netherlands alone supplied 57% of it. Among the main suppliers, Latvia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $4.9M | 57% |
| Latvia | $1.1M | 12% |
| Germany | $838K | 9.8% |
| Ireland | $662K | 7.7% |
| Estonia | $522K | 6.1% |
| United States | $246K | 2.9% |
| Poland | $143K | 1.7% |
| Lithuania | $38K | 0.5% |
| Mali | $32K | 0.4% |
| Mexico | $25K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.42 per kg, 200% above the world average of $0.14. 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.
Wood chips (non-coniferous) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported wood chips (non-coniferous) worth $7.7 million (53.9 thousand tonnes). Denmark alone took 67% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $5.1M | 67% |
| Ireland | $1.9M | 24% |
| Finland | $589K | 7.7% |
| Netherlands | $35K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $10K | 0.1% |
| Italy | $9K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $9K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $6K | 0.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4K | 0.1% |
| France | $4K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom wood chips (non-coniferous) imports (HS 4401.22): 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 4401.22: Wood: for fuel, in chips or particles, non-coniferous, whether or not agglomerated.
Common questions
What is the value of wood chips (non-coniferous) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported wood chips (non-coniferous) worth $8.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 158 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply wood chips (non-coniferous) to the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($4.9 million), followed by Latvia (12%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 24% on the year.
What is the average import price of wood chips (non-coniferous) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.42 per kg in 2024, 200% above the world average of $0.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of wood chips (non-coniferous) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.4 million in 2017 to $8.6 million in 2024, an increase of 57%. The peak was 2020 at $15.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export wood chips (non-coniferous)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $7.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Denmark, Ireland and Finland. That compares with imports of $8.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for wood chips (non-coniferous)?
The HS code for wood chips (non-coniferous) is subheading 4401.22. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4401 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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