Yogurt imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $492.0 million of yogurt in 2024 (225.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 218 countries for imports of this product. That is 64% more than in 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 | $492.0M | 225.2K t |
| 2023 | $300.4M | 133.4K t |
| 2022 | $291.3M | 163.0K t |
| 2021 | $450.1M | 275.3K t |
| 2020 | $404.2M | 249.7K t |
| 2019 | $346.5M | 211.4K t |
| 2018 | $245.5M | 146.0K t |
| 2017 | $247.1M | 139.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports yogurt from
Most of the value came from Greece (30%), France (19%), Belgium (17%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+563% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Greece | $148.4M | 30% |
| France | $94.6M | 19% |
| Belgium | $85.5M | 17% |
| Germany | $68.5M | 14% |
| Ireland | $51.4M | 11% |
| Spain | $26.2M | 5.3% |
| Poland | $6.3M | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $2.8M | 0.6% |
| Luxembourg | $2.0M | 0.4% |
| Romania | $1.5M | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.18 per kg, close to the world average of $1.93.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Yogurt exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of yogurt by the United Kingdom reached $30.2 million in 2024 (8.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Ireland (46%), United Arab Emirates (13%), Hong Kong (10%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+235% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $13.8M | 46% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.1M | 14% |
| Hong Kong | $3.0M | 9.8% |
| France | $1.9M | 6.3% |
| Qatar | $1.5M | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $946K | 3.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $679K | 2.3% |
| Barbados | $529K | 1.8% |
| Singapore | $477K | 1.6% |
| Bahrain | $428K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom yogurt imports (HS 0403.10): 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 0403.10: Dairy produce: yoghurt, whether or not concentrated or containing added sugar or other sweetening matter or flavoured or containing added fruit or cocoa.
Common questions
What is the value of yogurt imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported yogurt worth $492.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 225.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 218 countries worldwide, with 13% of world imports. The value was up 64% on 2023.
Which countries supply yogurt to the United Kingdom?
Greece was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($148.4 million), followed by France (19%) and Belgium (17%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 563% on the year.
What is the average import price of yogurt per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.18 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $1.93 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of yogurt to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $247.1 million in 2017 to $492.0 million in 2024, an increase of 99%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $347.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export yogurt?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $30.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the United Arab Emirates and Hong Kong. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $461.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for yogurt?
The HS code for yogurt is subheading 0403.10. It sits in HS chapter 04 (dairy produce; birds' eggs; natural honey; edible products of animal origin, not elsewhere specified or included). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 0403 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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