Carbon-based refractory ceramics exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported carbon-based refractory ceramics worth $2.7 million (203 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is 54% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 19% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $15.4 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 | $2.7M | 203 t |
| 2023 | $5.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $12.2M | 2.9K t |
| 2021 | $13.3M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $12.3M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $15.4M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $14.9M | 4.6K t |
| 2017 | $11.2M | 4.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports carbon-based refractory ceramics to
Most of it went to South Korea (26%), Belgium (14%), Iceland (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Sweden grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $702K | 26% |
| Belgium | $384K | 15% |
| Iceland | $226K | 8.5% |
| Germany | $188K | 7.1% |
| Ireland | $180K | 6.8% |
| Brazil | $131K | 4.9% |
| France | $115K | 4.3% |
| Peru | $78K | 2.9% |
| Sweden | $59K | 2.2% |
| Tunisia | $58K | 2.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.07 per kg, 113% above the world average of $6.14. 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.
Carbon-based refractory ceramics imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $1.4 million of carbon-based refractory ceramics in 2024 (108 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were United States (33%), India (31%), France (13%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+695% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $471K | 33% |
| India | $444K | 31% |
| France | $192K | 13% |
| China | $108K | 7.5% |
| Italy | $72K | 5% |
| Belgium | $40K | 2.8% |
| Japan | $22K | 1.5% |
| South Korea | $20K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $17K | 1.2% |
| Austria | $13K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom carbon-based refractory ceramics exports (HS 6903.10): 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 6903.10: Refractory ceramic goods: containing by weight more than 50% of graphite or other forms of carbon or of a mixture of these products, excluding those of siliceous fossil meals or similar earths.
Common questions
What is the value of carbon-based refractory ceramics exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported carbon-based refractory ceramics worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 203 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 73 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 54% on 2023.
Which countries buy carbon-based refractory ceramics from the United Kingdom?
South Korea was the largest buyer with 26% of the value ($702 thousand), followed by Belgium (14%) and Iceland (9%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 49 buyer countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 65% on the year.
What is the average export price of carbon-based refractory ceramics per kg?
The average declared export value was about $13.07 per kg in 2024, 113% above the world average of $6.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of carbon-based refractory ceramics from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.2 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, a fall of 76%. The peak was 2019 at $15.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import carbon-based refractory ceramics?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, India and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for carbon-based refractory ceramics?
The HS code for carbon-based refractory ceramics is subheading 6903.10. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6903 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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