Ceramic lustres imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ceramic lustres by the United Kingdom reached $6.0 million in 2024 (46 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 38% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $27.7 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 | $6.0M | 46 t |
| 2023 | $9.6M | 60 t |
| 2022 | $8.4M | 45 t |
| 2021 | $8.1M | 179 t |
| 2020 | $6.6M | 311 t |
| 2019 | $7.7M | 146 t |
| 2018 | $27.7M | 143 t |
| 2017 | $24.7M | 141 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports ceramic lustres from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 56% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.4M | 56% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 17% |
| Japan | $537K | 9% |
| Netherlands | $433K | 7.3% |
| New Zealand | $161K | 2.7% |
| Turkey | $96K | 1.6% |
| Italy | $83K | 1.4% |
| Romania | $68K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $50K | 0.8% |
| South Korea | $25K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $130.14 per kg, 325% above the world average of $30.62. 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.
Ceramic lustres exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $5.3 million of ceramic lustres in 2024 (141 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United States (16%), Iran (15%), China (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+242% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $876K | 16% |
| Iran | $804K | 15% |
| China | $565K | 11% |
| Israel | $559K | 11% |
| Austria | $440K | 8.3% |
| Hong Kong | $366K | 6.9% |
| Ireland | $362K | 6.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $287K | 5.4% |
| Spain | $243K | 4.6% |
| Sri Lanka | $183K | 3.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom ceramic lustres imports (HS 3207.30): 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 3207.30: Lustres: liquid lustres and similar preparations.
Common questions
What is the value of ceramic lustres imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported ceramic lustres worth $6.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 46 tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 159 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply ceramic lustres to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by Germany (17%) and Japan (9%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 191% on the year.
What is the average import price of ceramic lustres per kg?
The average declared import value was about $130.14 per kg in 2024, 325% above the world average of $30.62 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ceramic lustres to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $24.7 million in 2017 to $6.0 million in 2024, a fall of 76%. The peak was 2018 at $27.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export ceramic lustres?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $5.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Iran and China. That compares with imports of $6.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for ceramic lustres?
The HS code for ceramic lustres is subheading 3207.30. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3207 page.
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