Cold-formed angle nes imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported cold-formed angle nes worth $21.7 million (12.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 5% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average.
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 | $21.7M | 12.4K t |
| 2023 | $22.9M | 10.8K t |
| 2022 | $22.1M | 10.7K t |
| 2021 | $14.9M | 6.7K t |
| 2020 | $6.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $7.5M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $22.0M | 25.4K t |
| 2017 | $7.1M | 3.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports cold-formed angle nes from
Most of the value came from Poland (32%), Belgium (24%), Denmark (10%). Among the main suppliers, Hungary grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $6.9M | 32% |
| Belgium | $5.1M | 24% |
| Denmark | $2.2M | 10% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 9.7% |
| China | $1.1M | 5% |
| Ireland | $611K | 2.8% |
| France | $608K | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $554K | 2.6% |
| Hungary | $427K | 2% |
| Egypt | $422K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.75 per kg, 27% above the world average of $1.38. 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.
Cold-formed angle nes exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of cold-formed angle nes by the United Kingdom reached $8.8 million in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Ireland (26%), France (10%), Germany (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+277% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $2.3M | 26% |
| France | $901K | 10% |
| Germany | $800K | 9.1% |
| United States | $720K | 8.2% |
| South Korea | $692K | 7.9% |
| Guyana | $684K | 7.8% |
| Australia | $482K | 5.5% |
| Spain | $451K | 5.2% |
| Canada | $340K | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $306K | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cold-formed angle nes imports (HS 7216.91): 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 7216.91: Iron or non-alloy steel: angles, shapes and sections, n.e.c. in heading no. 7216, cold-formed or cold-finished, from flat-rolled products.
Common questions
What is the value of cold-formed angle nes imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported cold-formed angle nes worth $21.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 204 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply cold-formed angle nes to the United Kingdom?
Poland was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($6.9 million), followed by Belgium (24%) and Denmark (10%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 56% on the year.
What is the average import price of cold-formed angle nes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.75 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $1.38 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cold-formed angle nes to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.1 million in 2017 to $21.7 million in 2024, an increase of 206%. The peak was 2023 at $22.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export cold-formed angle nes?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $8.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, France and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $13.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for cold-formed angle nes?
The HS code for cold-formed angle nes is subheading 7216.91. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7216 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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