Coated arc welding electrodes imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported coated arc welding electrodes worth $10.9 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $10.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $10.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $8.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $8.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $11.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $12.6M | 3.1K t |
| 2017 | $12.5M | 3.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports coated arc welding electrodes from
Most of the value came from Austria (23%), Germany (14%), Sweden (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 50%. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $2.5M | 23% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 14% |
| Sweden | $1.4M | 13% |
| Romania | $1.1M | 10% |
| China | $970K | 8.9% |
| United States | $818K | 7.5% |
| Czech Republic | $564K | 5.2% |
| France | $371K | 3.4% |
| India | $285K | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $260K | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.66 per kg, 117% above the world average of $2.15. 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.
Coated arc welding electrodes exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $4.6 million of coated arc welding electrodes in 2024 (429 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (17%), United States (12%), Netherlands (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest (+242% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $780K | 17% |
| United States | $575K | 13% |
| Netherlands | $504K | 11% |
| Indonesia | $242K | 5.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $233K | 5.1% |
| Nigeria | $181K | 3.9% |
| Singapore | $148K | 3.2% |
| Argentina | $146K | 3.2% |
| Angola | $123K | 2.7% |
| Czech Republic | $110K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom coated arc welding electrodes imports (HS 8311.10): 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 8311.10: Electrodes: coated, of base metal, for electric arc-welding.
Common questions
What is the value of coated arc welding electrodes imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported coated arc welding electrodes worth $10.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 217 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply coated arc welding electrodes to the United Kingdom?
Austria was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by Germany (14%) and Sweden (13%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 58% on the year.
What is the average import price of coated arc welding electrodes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.66 per kg in 2024, 117% above the world average of $2.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of coated arc welding electrodes to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.5 million in 2017 to $10.9 million in 2024, a fall of 13%. The peak was 2018 at $12.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export coated arc welding electrodes?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the United States and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $6.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for coated arc welding electrodes?
The HS code for coated arc welding electrodes is subheading 8311.10. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8311 page.
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