Check valves exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of check valves by the United Kingdom reached $230.5 million in 2024 (3.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 173 countries. Value rose 30% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $230.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $178.0M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $112.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $122.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $130.8M | 3.4K t |
| 2019 | $146.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $148.8M | 4.5K t |
| 2017 | $128.3M | 3.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports check valves to
The largest buyer markets were United States (19%), China (17%), Qatar (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+223% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $43.5M | 19% |
| China | $38.1M | 17% |
| Qatar | $22.5M | 9.8% |
| Germany | $12.2M | 5.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $8.9M | 3.9% |
| Norway | $7.8M | 3.4% |
| Japan | $7.4M | 3.2% |
| Singapore | $7.1M | 3.1% |
| India | $5.8M | 2.5% |
| France | $5.6M | 2.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $69.49 per kg, 191% above the world average of $23.86. 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.
Check valves imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported check valves worth $117.0 million (3.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 221 countries. The largest suppliers were United States (34%), China (17%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+215% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $39.3M | 34% |
| China | $19.8M | 17% |
| Germany | $16.1M | 14% |
| France | $6.4M | 5.5% |
| Poland | $5.1M | 4.3% |
| Italy | $5.0M | 4.3% |
| Norway | $4.5M | 3.9% |
| Ireland | $1.8M | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $1.8M | 1.5% |
| Romania | $1.5M | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom check valves exports (HS 8481.30): 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 8481.30: Valves: check (nonreturn) valves, for pipes, boiler shells, tanks, vats or the like.
Common questions
What is the value of check valves exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported check valves worth $230.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 173 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was up 30% on 2023.
Which countries buy check valves from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 19% of the value ($43.5 million), followed by China (17%) and Qatar (10%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 156 buyer countries in total. Qatar grew fastest among the top ten, up 223% on the year.
What is the average export price of check valves per kg?
The average declared export value was about $69.49 per kg in 2024, 191% above the world average of $23.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of check valves from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $128.3 million in 2017 to $230.5 million in 2024, an increase of 80%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $149.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import check valves?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $117.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, China and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $113.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for check valves?
The HS code for check valves is subheading 8481.30. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8481 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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