Base metal-coated wire imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported base metal-coated wire worth $13.8 million (7.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 8% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $20.8 million.
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 | $13.8M | 7.6K t |
| 2023 | $14.9M | 8.0K t |
| 2022 | $16.0M | 8.1K t |
| 2021 | $19.0M | 10.6K t |
| 2020 | $11.9M | 9.2K t |
| 2019 | $13.7M | 6.7K t |
| 2018 | $20.8M | 11.6K t |
| 2017 | $18.5M | 15.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports base metal-coated wire from
The largest suppliers were Italy (29%), United States (28%), Czech Republic (26%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+30% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $3.9M | 29% |
| United States | $3.8M | 28% |
| Czech Republic | $3.5M | 26% |
| China | $689K | 5% |
| Germany | $482K | 3.5% |
| France | $391K | 2.8% |
| Spain | $207K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $151K | 1.1% |
| Austria | $97K | 0.7% |
| South Korea | $95K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.81 per kg, 37% above the world average of $1.32. 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.
Base metal-coated wire exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported base metal-coated wire worth $2.9 million (480 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (28%), Slovakia (23%), South Africa (9%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+192% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $812K | 28% |
| Slovakia | $667K | 23% |
| South Africa | $256K | 8.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $157K | 5.4% |
| United States | $151K | 5.2% |
| France | $144K | 5% |
| Mexico | $134K | 4.6% |
| Romania | $124K | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $65K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $57K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom base metal-coated wire imports (HS 7217.30): 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 7217.30: Iron or non-alloy steel: wire, plated or coated with base metals (other than zinc).
Common questions
What is the value of base metal-coated wire imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported base metal-coated wire worth $13.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 179 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply base metal-coated wire to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($3.9 million), followed by the United States (28%) and the Czech Republic (26%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 253% on the year.
What is the average import price of base metal-coated wire per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.81 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $1.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of base metal-coated wire to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.5 million in 2017 to $13.8 million in 2024, a fall of 25%. The peak was 2018 at $20.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export base metal-coated wire?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Slovakia and South Africa. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $10.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for base metal-coated wire?
The HS code for base metal-coated wire is subheading 7217.30. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7217 page.
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