Blow lamps imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported blow lamps worth $6.3 million (227 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 192 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 55% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $6.3M | 227 t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 193 t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 286 t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 305 t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 219 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 211 t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 226 t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 236 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports blow lamps from
Most of the value came from Israel (32%), China (23%), Taiwan (16%). Among the main suppliers, Israel grew fastest (+490% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $2.0M | 32% |
| China | $1.5M | 23% |
| Taiwan | $995K | 16% |
| Estonia | $592K | 9.4% |
| United States | $439K | 7% |
| South Korea | $172K | 2.8% |
| Germany | $167K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $149K | 2.4% |
| France | $93K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $40K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $27.59 per kg, 29% above the world average of $21.31. 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.
Blow lamps exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of blow lamps by the United Kingdom reached $750 thousand in 2024 (25 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (26%), Ireland (21%), New Zealand (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Norway grew fastest (+659% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $195K | 26% |
| Ireland | $159K | 21% |
| New Zealand | $77K | 10% |
| Netherlands | $66K | 8.8% |
| United States | $64K | 8.5% |
| Norway | $36K | 4.8% |
| China | $23K | 3.1% |
| Spain | $22K | 2.9% |
| Denmark | $19K | 2.5% |
| Sweden | $17K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom blow lamps imports (HS 8205.60): 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 8205.60: Tools, hand: blow lamps.
Common questions
What is the value of blow lamps imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported blow lamps worth $6.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 227 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 192 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 55% on 2023.
Which countries supply blow lamps to the United Kingdom?
Israel was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by China (23%) and Taiwan (16%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 490% on the year.
What is the average import price of blow lamps per kg?
The average declared import value was about $27.59 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $21.31 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of blow lamps to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $6.3 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export blow lamps?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $750 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Ireland and New Zealand. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $5.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for blow lamps?
The HS code for blow lamps is subheading 8205.60. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8205 page.
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