Air-zinc batteries exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $77.6 million of air-zinc batteries in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 83 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 8% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $77.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $72.0M | 910 t |
| 2022 | $70.7M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $64.4M | 922 t |
| 2020 | $57.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $62.0M | 795 t |
| 2018 | $67.1M | 800 t |
| 2017 | $58.4M | 1.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports air-zinc batteries to
The largest buyer markets were France (31%), United States (16%), China (8%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+220% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $23.8M | 31% |
| United States | $12.0M | 16% |
| China | $6.0M | 7.8% |
| Germany | $5.2M | 6.8% |
| Poland | $4.7M | 6.1% |
| Brazil | $2.6M | 3.3% |
| Japan | $2.2M | 2.9% |
| South Korea | $2.0M | 2.6% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $1.5M | 2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $60.29 per kg, 163% above the world average of $22.89. 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.
Air-zinc batteries imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported air-zinc batteries worth $8.6 million (228 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. Most of the value came from United States (44%), Germany (35%), Spain (9%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.8M | 44% |
| Germany | $3.0M | 35% |
| Spain | $758K | 8.8% |
| Slovenia | $221K | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $185K | 2.2% |
| China | $169K | 2% |
| France | $92K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $84K | 1% |
| Poland | $74K | 0.9% |
| Vietnam | $60K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom air-zinc batteries exports (HS 8506.60): 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 8506.60: Cells and batteries: primary, air-zinc.
Common questions
What is the value of air-zinc batteries exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported air-zinc batteries worth $77.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 83 countries worldwide, with 24% of world exports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy air-zinc batteries from the United Kingdom?
France was the largest buyer with 31% of the value ($23.8 million), followed by the United States (16%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 97 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 220% on the year.
What is the average export price of air-zinc batteries per kg?
The average declared export value was about $60.29 per kg in 2024, 163% above the world average of $22.89 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of air-zinc batteries from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $58.4 million in 2017 to $77.6 million in 2024, an increase of 33%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $66.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import air-zinc batteries?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $8.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Germany and Spain. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $69.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for air-zinc batteries?
The HS code for air-zinc batteries is subheading 8506.60. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8506 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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