Antimony metal exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $5.0 million of antimony metal in 2024 (228 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 52 countries. That is 27% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $7.2 million.
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 | $5.0M | 229 t |
| 2023 | $6.9M | 350 t |
| 2022 | $6.9M | 349 t |
| 2021 | $7.2M | 470 t |
| 2020 | $5.0M | 343 t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 479 t |
| 2018 | $7.0M | 470 t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 456 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports antimony metal to
The largest buyer markets were United States (36%), Germany (11%), Sweden (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.8M | 36% |
| Germany | $529K | 11% |
| Sweden | $506K | 10% |
| Italy | $293K | 5.8% |
| Switzerland | $261K | 5.2% |
| Malaysia | $256K | 5.1% |
| Poland | $245K | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $234K | 4.7% |
| Singapore | $227K | 4.5% |
| Turkey | $166K | 3.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.93 per kg, close to the world average of $25.20.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Antimony metal imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of antimony metal by the United Kingdom reached $531 thousand in 2024 (20 tonnes). Most of the value came from Canada (36%), Sweden (29%), United States (29%). Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+165% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $194K | 37% |
| Sweden | $157K | 30% |
| United States | $152K | 29% |
| Germany | $21K | 4% |
| Austria | $3K | 0.5% |
| Japan | $2K | 0.4% |
| China | $2K | 0.3% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Malaysia | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom antimony metal exports (HS 8110.90): 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 8110.90: Antimony and articles thereof: wrought, other than waste and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of antimony metal exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported antimony metal worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 228 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 52 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries buy antimony metal from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 36% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Germany (11%) and Sweden (10%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 26 buyer countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 306% on the year.
What is the average export price of antimony metal per kg?
The average declared export value was about $21.93 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $25.20 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of antimony metal from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, a fall of 16%. The peak was 2021 at $7.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import antimony metal?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $531 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Sweden and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for antimony metal?
The HS code for antimony metal is subheading 8110.90. It sits in HS chapter 81 (metals; n.e.c., cermets and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8110 page.
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