Arc lamps exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported arc lamps worth $30.5 million (46 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 100 countries. That is 7% less 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $30.5M | 46 t |
| 2023 | $32.8M | 46 t |
| 2022 | $27.3M | 52 t |
| 2021 | $25.5M | 48 t |
| 2020 | $18.1M | 38 t |
| 2019 | $18.2M | 45 t |
| 2018 | $18.4M | 41 t |
| 2017 | $18.8M | 45 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports arc lamps to
Most of it went to United States (26%), South Korea (15%), Germany (10%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $8.1M | 26% |
| South Korea | $4.5M | 15% |
| Germany | $3.2M | 10% |
| China | $2.7M | 8.8% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 4.6% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $933K | 3.1% |
| Switzerland | $920K | 3% |
| Slovenia | $889K | 2.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $871K | 2.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $657.92 per kg, 96% above the world average of $335.35. 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.
Arc lamps imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of arc lamps by the United Kingdom reached $20.7 million in 2024 (80 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 168 countries for imports of this product. One supplier dominates: Singapore accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $11.2M | 54% |
| Germany | $4.9M | 24% |
| United States | $1.3M | 6.4% |
| Japan | $954K | 4.6% |
| China | $694K | 3.4% |
| Indonesia | $677K | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $210K | 1% |
| Thailand | $191K | 0.9% |
| Poland | $114K | 0.6% |
| Czech Republic | $97K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom arc lamps exports (HS 8539.41): 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 8539.41: Lamps: arc-lamps.
Common questions
What is the value of arc lamps exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported arc lamps worth $30.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 46 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 100 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy arc lamps from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 26% of the value ($8.1 million), followed by South Korea (15%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 94 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 65% on the year.
What is the average export price of arc lamps per kg?
The average declared export value was about $657.92 per kg in 2024, 96% above the world average of $335.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of arc lamps from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $18.8 million in 2017 to $30.5 million in 2024, an increase of 62%. The peak was 2023 at $32.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import arc lamps?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $20.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Singapore, Germany and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $9.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for arc lamps?
The HS code for arc lamps is subheading 8539.41. 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 8539 page.
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