Cameras (other types) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported cameras (other types) worth $16.9 million (18 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 124 countries. Value rose 101% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $26.5 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 | $16.9M | 18 t |
| 2023 | $8.4M | 79 t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 15 t |
| 2021 | $3.8M | 32 t |
| 2020 | $3.2M | 25 t |
| 2019 | $10.5M | 47 t |
| 2018 | $16.4M | 64 t |
| 2017 | $26.5M | 174 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports cameras (other types) to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $8.7M | 51% |
| India | $1.9M | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.9M | 11% |
| Qatar | $1.6M | 9.4% |
| Philippines | $465K | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $390K | 2.3% |
| Hong Kong | $247K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $189K | 1.1% |
| Norway | $140K | 0.8% |
| Ireland | $131K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $960.14 per kg, 639% above the world average of $129.91. 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.
Cameras (other types) imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported cameras (other types) worth $7.3 million (33 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 193 countries. Most of the value came from United States (35%), China (15%), France (15%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.6M | 35% |
| China | $1.1M | 15% |
| France | $1.1M | 15% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 14% |
| Japan | $254K | 3.5% |
| Norway | $203K | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $163K | 2.2% |
| India | $140K | 1.9% |
| Poland | $131K | 1.8% |
| Taiwan | $71K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cameras (other types) exports (HS 9006.59): 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 9006.59: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic): n.e.c. in heading no 9006.
Common questions
What is the value of cameras (other types) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported cameras (other types) worth $16.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 18 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 124 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 101% on 2023.
Which countries buy cameras (other types) from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 51% of the value ($8.7 million), followed by India (12%) and Saudi Arabia (11%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 81 buyer countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 397% on the year.
What is the average export price of cameras (other types) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $960.14 per kg in 2024, 639% above the world average of $129.91 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of cameras (other types) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $26.5 million in 2017 to $16.9 million in 2024, a fall of 36%. The peak was 2017 at $26.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import cameras (other types)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $7.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, China and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $9.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for cameras (other types)?
The HS code for cameras (other types) is subheading 9006.59. 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 9006 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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