Battery parts and separators exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $100.9 million of battery parts and separators in 2024 (16.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 8% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $141.1 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 | $100.9M | 16.2K t |
| 2023 | $93.5M | 15.6K t |
| 2022 | $94.0M | 16.1K t |
| 2021 | $100.7M | 17.6K t |
| 2020 | $126.0M | 20.2K t |
| 2019 | $141.1M | 23.7K t |
| 2018 | $123.2M | 21.9K t |
| 2017 | $112.5M | 22.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports battery parts and separators to
Most of it went to Germany (21%), Spain (20%), Czech Republic (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+616% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $21.5M | 21% |
| Spain | $20.5M | 20% |
| Czech Republic | $17.0M | 17% |
| France | $5.5M | 5.4% |
| United States | $4.3M | 4.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.6M | 3.6% |
| Romania | $3.0M | 2.9% |
| Egypt | $2.7M | 2.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.3M | 2.3% |
| Poland | $2.3M | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.24 per kg, 44% below the world average of $11.07, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Battery parts and separators imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of battery parts and separators by the United Kingdom reached $89.1 million in 2024 (6.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Japan (43%), China (15%), United States (13%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $38.6M | 43% |
| China | $13.8M | 16% |
| United States | $12.0M | 14% |
| South Korea | $4.9M | 5.5% |
| Poland | $4.8M | 5.4% |
| Germany | $2.6M | 2.9% |
| Spain | $2.5M | 2.8% |
| Czech Republic | $2.1M | 2.3% |
| France | $1.6M | 1.8% |
| Luxembourg | $909K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom battery parts and separators exports (HS 8507.90): 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 8507.90: Electric accumulators: parts n.e.c. in heading no. 8507.
Common questions
What is the value of battery parts and separators exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported battery parts and separators worth $100.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 134 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy battery parts and separators from the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest buyer with 21% of the value ($21.5 million), followed by Spain (20%) and the Czech Republic (17%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 98 buyer countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 616% on the year.
What is the average export price of battery parts and separators per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.24 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $11.07 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of battery parts and separators from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $112.5 million in 2017 to $100.9 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2019 at $141.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $111.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import battery parts and separators?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $89.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, China and the United States. That compares with exports of $100.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for battery parts and separators?
The HS code for battery parts and separators is subheading 8507.90. 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 8507 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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