Computer systems imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $507.5 million of computer systems in 2024 (3.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 219 countries for imports of this product. That is 21% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $1.42 billion.
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 | $507.5M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $420.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $560.1M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $939.9M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.22B | 12.5K t |
| 2019 | $1.42B | 11.7K t |
| 2018 | $1.30B | 9.8K t |
| 2017 | $1.10B | 9.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports computer systems from
The largest suppliers were China (26%), United States (22%), Taiwan (12%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+537% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $134.5M | 27% |
| United States | $109.7M | 22% |
| Taiwan | $58.3M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $43.9M | 8.7% |
| Ireland | $33.5M | 6.6% |
| Poland | $31.7M | 6.3% |
| France | $18.5M | 3.6% |
| Czech Republic | $16.2M | 3.2% |
| Germany | $13.3M | 2.6% |
| Norway | $9.5M | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $143.69 per kg, close to the world average of $167.68.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Computer systems exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported computer systems worth $190.6 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to France (16%), United States (14%), Netherlands (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $30.2M | 16% |
| United States | $26.8M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $23.2M | 12% |
| Ireland | $20.0M | 11% |
| Germany | $19.7M | 10% |
| Romania | $6.6M | 3.4% |
| Poland | $4.4M | 2.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.0M | 2.1% |
| Spain | $3.9M | 2.1% |
| China | $3.7M | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom computer systems imports (HS 8471.49): 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 8471.49: Automatic data processing machines: presented in the form of systems, n.e.c. in item no. 8471.30 or 8471.41.
Common questions
What is the value of computer systems imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported computer systems worth $507.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 219 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 21% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer systems to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($134.5 million), followed by the United States (22%) and Taiwan (12%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 72 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 537% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $143.69 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $167.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of computer systems to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.10 billion in 2017 to $507.5 million in 2024, a fall of 54%. The peak was 2019 at $1.42 billion. Over 8 years the average was $934.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export computer systems?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $190.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, the United States and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $316.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for computer systems?
The HS code for computer systems is subheading 8471.49. 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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