Control instrument parts exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $127.7 million of control instrument parts in 2024 (864 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 162 countries. Value fell 54% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $400.5 million.
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 | $127.7M | 864 t |
| 2023 | $274.6M | 793 t |
| 2022 | $294.3M | 901 t |
| 2021 | $346.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $339.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $400.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $203.2M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $219.0M | 4.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports control instrument parts to
Most of it went to China (15%), Japan (11%), Norway (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 34%. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+348% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $19.0M | 15% |
| Japan | $13.5M | 11% |
| Norway | $11.1M | 8.7% |
| Germany | $9.9M | 7.7% |
| Brazil | $8.4M | 6.6% |
| India | $7.2M | 5.6% |
| Portugal | $6.7M | 5.3% |
| Italy | $6.0M | 4.7% |
| United States | $5.8M | 4.5% |
| Spain | $4.7M | 3.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $147.76 per kg, 208% above the world average of $47.93. 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.
Control instrument parts imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of control instrument parts by the United Kingdom reached $99.0 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were China (21%), Norway (14%), United States (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 45%. Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+197% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.5M | 21% |
| Norway | $13.9M | 14% |
| United States | $10.2M | 10% |
| Germany | $9.1M | 9.2% |
| Mexico | $7.8M | 7.9% |
| Japan | $7.4M | 7.4% |
| Italy | $4.7M | 4.7% |
| France | $3.6M | 3.6% |
| Czech Republic | $2.2M | 2.2% |
| Ireland | $2.1M | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom control instrument parts exports (HS 9032.90): 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 9032.90: Regulating or controlling instruments and apparatus: automatic, parts and accessories.
Common questions
What is the value of control instrument parts exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported control instrument parts worth $127.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 864 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 162 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 54% on 2023.
Which countries buy control instrument parts from the United Kingdom?
China was the largest buyer with 15% of the value ($19.0 million), followed by Japan (11%) and Norway (9%). The top three together account for 34%, out of 134 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 348% on the year.
What is the average export price of control instrument parts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $147.76 per kg in 2024, 208% above the world average of $47.93 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of control instrument parts from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $219.0 million in 2017 to $127.7 million in 2024, a fall of 42%. The peak was 2019 at $400.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $275.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import control instrument parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $99.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Norway and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $28.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for control instrument parts?
The HS code for control instrument parts is subheading 9032.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9032 page.
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