Arcade game imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported arcade game worth $187.6 million (6.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 207 countries. That is 3% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $187.6M | 6.6K t |
| 2023 | $194.1M | 6.7K t |
| 2022 | $161.1M | 5.6K t |
| 2021 | $83.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $103.7M | 4.1K t |
| 2019 | $134.4M | 9.4K t |
| 2018 | $184.7M | 7.7K t |
| 2017 | $154.1M | 5.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports arcade game from
The largest suppliers were China (36%), Germany (20%), United States (12%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $67.5M | 36% |
| Germany | $37.6M | 20% |
| United States | $21.7M | 12% |
| Austria | $19.3M | 10% |
| Hong Kong | $8.0M | 4.3% |
| Ireland | $6.4M | 3.4% |
| South Korea | $5.3M | 2.8% |
| Taiwan | $3.9M | 2.1% |
| Poland | $3.6M | 1.9% |
| Canada | $2.4M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.53 per kg, close to the world average of $26.10.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Arcade game exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported arcade game worth $55.7 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United States (14%), Ireland (11%), Netherlands (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+473% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $7.7M | 14% |
| Ireland | $6.3M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $5.9M | 11% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5.1M | 9.1% |
| Hong Kong | $4.3M | 7.8% |
| Germany | $3.1M | 5.6% |
| Spain | $2.1M | 3.8% |
| Austria | $1.9M | 3.4% |
| France | $1.7M | 3.1% |
| Philippines | $1.6M | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom arcade game imports (HS 9504.30): 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 9504.30: Games: operated by coins, banknotes, bank cards, tokens or by other means of payment, other than billiard articles and accesssories, and automatic bowling alley equipment.
Common questions
What is the value of arcade game imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported arcade game worth $187.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 207 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply arcade game to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($67.5 million), followed by Germany (20%) and the United States (12%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 166% on the year.
What is the average import price of arcade game per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.53 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $26.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of arcade game to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $154.1 million in 2017 to $187.6 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. The peak was 2023 at $194.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $150.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export arcade game?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $55.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Ireland and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $131.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for arcade game?
The HS code for arcade game is subheading 9504.30. It sits in HS chapter 95 (toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9504 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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