Copper flakes exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of copper flakes by the United Kingdom reached $6.8 million in 2024 (4.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average.
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 | $6.8M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $6.7M | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $738K | 40 t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 255 t |
| 2019 | $1.1M | 149 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 188 t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 219 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports copper flakes to
One buyer market dominates: Malaysia accounted for 69% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+294% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $4.7M | 69% |
| Thailand | $1.4M | 21% |
| South Korea | $269K | 3.9% |
| India | $127K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $83K | 1.2% |
| United States | $67K | 1% |
| Singapore | $49K | 0.7% |
| Hong Kong | $44K | 0.7% |
| Pakistan | $33K | 0.5% |
| Ireland | $20K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.63 per kg, 38% below the world average of $2.63, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Copper flakes imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $1.4 million of copper flakes in 2024 (153 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Germany (37%), Serbia (32%), France (25%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $511K | 37% |
| Serbia | $434K | 32% |
| France | $346K | 25% |
| Chile | $28K | 2% |
| Belgium | $21K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $13K | 1% |
| United States | $8K | 0.6% |
| China | $6K | 0.4% |
| India | $5K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom copper flakes exports (HS 7406.20): 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 7406.20: Copper: powders of lamellar structure, flakes.
Common questions
What is the value of copper flakes exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported copper flakes worth $6.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 103 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy copper flakes from the United Kingdom?
Malaysia was the largest buyer with 69% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by Thailand (21%) and South Korea (4%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 31 buyer countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 294% on the year.
What is the average export price of copper flakes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.63 per kg in 2024, 38% below the world average of $2.63 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of copper flakes from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $6.8 million in 2024, an increase of 243%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import copper flakes?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $1.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Serbia and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $5.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for copper flakes?
The HS code for copper flakes is subheading 7406.20. It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7406 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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