Computer processing units imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported computer processing units worth $4.33 billion (16.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 221 countries. That is 40% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $4.33B | 16.6K t |
| 2023 | $3.09B | 14.0K t |
| 2022 | $2.96B | 16.3K t |
| 2021 | $1.97B | 9.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.12B | 14.9K t |
| 2019 | $2.30B | 14.9K t |
| 2018 | $2.52B | 17.0K t |
| 2017 | $2.02B | 16.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports computer processing units from
The largest suppliers were Poland (20%), China (19%), United States (16%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+279% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $868.9M | 20% |
| China | $808.4M | 19% |
| United States | $672.5M | 16% |
| Czech Republic | $543.9M | 13% |
| Hungary | $445.7M | 10% |
| Ireland | $350.1M | 8.1% |
| Taiwan | $159.6M | 3.7% |
| Mexico | $108.2M | 2.5% |
| Germany | $102.9M | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $68.8M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $261.01 per kg, close to the world average of $281.76.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Computer processing units exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported computer processing units worth $1.18 billion (5.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Germany (18%), United States (17%), Netherlands (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+238% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $212.4M | 18% |
| United States | $197.6M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $109.8M | 9.3% |
| Ireland | $86.4M | 7.3% |
| Czech Republic | $50.4M | 4.3% |
| France | $49.9M | 4.2% |
| Singapore | $44.1M | 3.7% |
| Australia | $40.9M | 3.5% |
| Israel | $37.8M | 3.2% |
| Sweden | $27.6M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom computer processing units imports (HS 8471.50): 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 8471.50: Units of automatic data processing machines: processing units other than those of item no. 8471.41 or 8471.49, whether or not containing in the same housing one or two of the following types of unit: storage units, input units or output units.
Common questions
What is the value of computer processing units imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported computer processing units worth $4.33 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 221 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 40% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer processing units to the United Kingdom?
Poland was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($868.9 million), followed by China (19%) and the United States (16%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 91 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 279% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer processing units per kg?
The average declared import value was about $261.01 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $281.76 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of computer processing units to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.02 billion in 2017 to $4.33 billion in 2024, an increase of 114%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.66 billion a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export computer processing units?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.18 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the United States and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $3.14 billion a year.
What is the HS code for computer processing units?
The HS code for computer processing units is subheading 8471.50. 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 8471 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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