Cast iron cookware bare imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $7.1 million of cast iron cookware bare in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 13% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $14.5 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 | $7.1M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $8.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $9.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $14.5M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $9.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $10.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $10.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $8.8M | 2.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports cast iron cookware bare from
China alone supplied 75% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.3M | 75% |
| India | $556K | 7.8% |
| United States | $451K | 6.3% |
| Germany | $161K | 2.3% |
| Sweden | $124K | 1.8% |
| Pakistan | $88K | 1.2% |
| Hong Kong | $55K | 0.8% |
| Denmark | $47K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $31K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $29K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.71 per kg, close to the world average of $3.70.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cast iron cookware bare exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.3 million of cast iron cookware bare in 2024 (99 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+278% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $752K | 56% |
| United Arab Emirates | $104K | 7.7% |
| Ireland | $95K | 7.1% |
| Netherlands | $52K | 3.8% |
| France | $34K | 2.5% |
| Nigeria | $29K | 2.2% |
| Spain | $24K | 1.8% |
| China | $22K | 1.6% |
| United States | $19K | 1.4% |
| Cayman Isds | $17K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cast iron cookware bare imports (HS 7323.91): 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 7323.91: Cast iron: table, kitchen and other household articles and parts thereof, of cast iron, not enamelled.
Common questions
What is the value of cast iron cookware bare imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported cast iron cookware bare worth $7.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 210 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply cast iron cookware bare to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($5.3 million), followed by India (8%) and the United States (6%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 242% on the year.
What is the average import price of cast iron cookware bare per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.71 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.70 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of cast iron cookware bare to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.8 million in 2017 to $7.1 million in 2024, a fall of 19%. The peak was 2021 at $14.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export cast iron cookware bare?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Zimbabwe, the United Arab Emirates and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $5.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for cast iron cookware bare?
The HS code for cast iron cookware bare is subheading 7323.91. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7323 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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