Aluminium structural parts imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported aluminium structural parts worth $715.7 million (65.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 223 countries for imports of this product. That is 14% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $715.7M | 65.8K t |
| 2023 | $629.5M | 61.6K t |
| 2022 | $619.8M | 62.4K t |
| 2021 | $587.7M | 54.7K t |
| 2020 | $677.5M | 88.1K t |
| 2019 | $767.7M | 71.7K t |
| 2018 | $599.8M | 67.8K t |
| 2017 | $460.6M | 60.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports aluminium structural parts from
Most of the value came from China (24%), Italy (20%), Netherlands (13%). Among the main suppliers, Croatia grew fastest (+217% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $171.8M | 24% |
| Italy | $143.2M | 20% |
| Netherlands | $90.8M | 13% |
| Germany | $54.0M | 7.5% |
| Poland | $41.4M | 5.8% |
| Lithuania | $32.7M | 4.6% |
| Czech Republic | $28.1M | 3.9% |
| France | $19.8M | 2.8% |
| Denmark | $18.0M | 2.5% |
| Croatia | $14.8M | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.87 per kg, 59% above the world average of $6.85. 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.
Aluminium structural parts exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of aluminium structural parts by the United Kingdom reached $134.7 million in 2024 (7.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Ireland (22%), Philippines (15%), United States (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Philippines grew fastest (+216% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $29.3M | 22% |
| Philippines | $20.7M | 15% |
| United States | $11.0M | 8.2% |
| Germany | $8.6M | 6.4% |
| France | $7.9M | 5.8% |
| Spain | $7.7M | 5.7% |
| Netherlands | $5.2M | 3.8% |
| China | $3.9M | 2.9% |
| Norway | $3.4M | 2.5% |
| Sweden | $3.0M | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom aluminium structural parts imports (HS 7610.90): 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 7610.90: Aluminium: structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading no. 9406) and parts of structures, n.e.c. in heading no. 7610, plates, rods, profiles, tubes and the like.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium structural parts imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported aluminium structural parts worth $715.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 65.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 223 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium structural parts to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($171.8 million), followed by Italy (20%) and the Netherlands (13%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 69 supplier countries in total. Croatia grew fastest among the top ten, up 217% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium structural parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.87 per kg in 2024, 59% above the world average of $6.85 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium structural parts to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $460.6 million in 2017 to $715.7 million in 2024, an increase of 55%. The peak was 2019 at $767.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $632.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export aluminium structural parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $134.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the Philippines and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $581.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium structural parts?
The HS code for aluminium structural parts is subheading 7610.90. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7610 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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