Binoculars imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $27.4 million of binoculars in 2024 (330 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 204 countries. That is 18% 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 | $27.4M | 330 t |
| 2023 | $33.4M | 338 t |
| 2022 | $33.5M | 614 t |
| 2021 | $27.8M | 514 t |
| 2020 | $25.0M | 391 t |
| 2019 | $29.1M | 529 t |
| 2018 | $27.4M | 615 t |
| 2017 | $24.4M | 404 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports binoculars from
The largest suppliers were China (40%), Austria (23%), Lithuania (6%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+97% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.1M | 41% |
| Austria | $6.3M | 23% |
| Lithuania | $1.7M | 6.2% |
| France | $1.6M | 5.9% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 4.7% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 3.9% |
| Canada | $959K | 3.5% |
| United States | $868K | 3.2% |
| Portugal | $653K | 2.4% |
| Taiwan | $436K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $83.05 per kg, close to the world average of $72.70.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Binoculars exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $10.4 million of binoculars in 2024 (47 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Austria (21%), United States (19%), Indonesia (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Ukraine grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $2.2M | 21% |
| United States | $2.0M | 19% |
| Indonesia | $1.6M | 16% |
| Germany | $798K | 7.7% |
| France | $397K | 3.8% |
| Netherlands | $374K | 3.6% |
| Turkey | $342K | 3.3% |
| Ireland | $319K | 3.1% |
| Ukraine | $307K | 3% |
| Australia | $225K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom binoculars imports (HS 9005.10): 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 9005.10: Binoculars.
Common questions
What is the value of binoculars imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported binoculars worth $27.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 330 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 204 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply binoculars to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($11.1 million), followed by Austria (23%) and Lithuania (6%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 97% on the year.
What is the average import price of binoculars per kg?
The average declared import value was about $83.05 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $72.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of binoculars to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.4 million in 2017 to $27.4 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2022 at $33.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $28.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export binoculars?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $10.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Austria, the United States and Indonesia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $17.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for binoculars?
The HS code for binoculars is subheading 9005.10. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9005 page.
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