Bells imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported bells worth $3.4 million (260 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 201 countries. That is 35% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $17.8 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 | $3.4M | 260 t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 253 t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 345 t |
| 2021 | $17.8M | 378 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 253 t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 299 t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 327 t |
| 2017 | $3.0M | 320 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports bells from
The largest suppliers were China (50%), India (14%), Hong Kong (14%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.7M | 50% |
| India | $476K | 14% |
| Hong Kong | $457K | 14% |
| Netherlands | $170K | 5.1% |
| United States | $103K | 3.1% |
| France | $93K | 2.8% |
| Taiwan | $88K | 2.6% |
| Italy | $48K | 1.4% |
| Indonesia | $40K | 1.2% |
| Norway | $37K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.93 per kg, 20% above the world average of $10.74. 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.
Bells exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of bells by the United Kingdom reached $795 thousand in 2024 (53 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (24%), Sri Lanka (14%), United States (12%). Among the main buyer markets, New Zealand grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $189K | 24% |
| Sri Lanka | $114K | 14% |
| United States | $97K | 12% |
| New Zealand | $63K | 8% |
| Germany | $31K | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $29K | 3.7% |
| France | $29K | 3.6% |
| Poland | $24K | 3% |
| Switzerland | $23K | 2.9% |
| China | $23K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom bells imports (HS 8306.10): 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 8306.10: Bells, gongs and the like: non-electric, of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of bells imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported bells worth $3.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 260 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 201 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 35% on 2023.
Which countries supply bells to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by India (14%) and Hong Kong (14%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Indonesia grew fastest among the top ten, up 559% on the year.
What is the average import price of bells per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.93 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $10.74 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of bells to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.0 million in 2017 to $3.4 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2021 at $17.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export bells?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $795 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Sri Lanka and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for bells?
The HS code for bells is subheading 8306.10. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8306 page.
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