Camera objective lenses imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $171.1 million of camera objective lenses in 2024 (271 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 200 countries. Value fell 17% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $214.2 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 | $171.1M | 271 t |
| 2023 | $205.3M | 252 t |
| 2022 | $214.2M | 288 t |
| 2021 | $159.7M | 337 t |
| 2020 | $140.8M | 319 t |
| 2019 | $179.9M | 356 t |
| 2018 | $175.1M | 352 t |
| 2017 | $166.1M | 336 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports camera objective lenses from
The largest suppliers were Japan (35%), China (17%), Germany (14%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $60.1M | 35% |
| China | $29.1M | 17% |
| Germany | $23.7M | 14% |
| Thailand | $17.6M | 10% |
| United States | $14.4M | 8.4% |
| Vietnam | $4.9M | 2.9% |
| Taiwan | $4.2M | 2.5% |
| Philippines | $4.1M | 2.4% |
| France | $2.3M | 1.4% |
| Malaysia | $1.8M | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $630.60 per kg, close to the world average of $583.65.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Camera objective lenses exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $64.2 million of camera objective lenses in 2024 (65 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United States (23%), Germany (13%), United Arab Emirates (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $14.8M | 23% |
| Germany | $8.1M | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.3M | 6.8% |
| Netherlands | $4.1M | 6.5% |
| Canada | $3.8M | 5.9% |
| Ukraine | $2.8M | 4.4% |
| France | $2.2M | 3.4% |
| China | $2.1M | 3.3% |
| India | $1.9M | 3% |
| Hong Kong | $1.7M | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom camera objective lenses imports (HS 9002.11): 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 9002.11: Lenses: objective, for cameras, projectors or photographic enlargers or reducers, mounted, being parts or fittings for instruments or apparatus, of any material (excluding glass not optically worked).
Common questions
What is the value of camera objective lenses imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported camera objective lenses worth $171.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 271 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 200 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply camera objective lenses to the United Kingdom?
Japan was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($60.1 million), followed by China (17%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 47% on the year.
What is the average import price of camera objective lenses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $630.60 per kg in 2024, 8% above the world average of $583.65 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of camera objective lenses to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $166.1 million in 2017 to $171.1 million in 2024, an increase of 3%. The peak was 2022 at $214.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $176.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export camera objective lenses?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $64.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and the United Arab Emirates. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $107.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for camera objective lenses?
The HS code for camera objective lenses is subheading 9002.11. 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 9002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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