Bulk datasets: archive
This section is Datasets
Find an archive of previous versions of our bulk datasheets, which you can download to use with your own analytical or database software.
These large datasets are designed for bulk data users. If you only need a small extract of this data, use our interactive data tables.
You can find more recent data in the latest bulk datasets.
Before you use these datasets, read our bulk dataset guidance and technical specifications.
Control files (SMKA12)
These files include descriptions of each 8-digit commodity code and the standard abbreviations for units.
Exports (BDSExpYYMM)
Data for goods exported from the UK.
Imports (BDSImpYYMM)
Data for goods imported to the UK.
Importer details
Names and addresses of UK importers trading with non-EU countries.
Exporter details
Names and addresses of UK exporters trading with non-EU countries.
Import data by preference
Data for goods imported to the UK broken down by eligibility and by import trade regime.
Revisions to datasets
These datasets are subject to full replacement for each release, including new revisions made since the last release. You will need to take this into account when using this data.
You can find details of these corrections in trade statistics methodology.