Copper rivets and pins imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of copper rivets and pins by the United Kingdom reached $6.9 million in 2024 (283 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 25% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $6.9M | 283 t |
| 2023 | $5.5M | 193 t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 235 t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 249 t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 174 t |
| 2019 | $4.6M | 133 t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 145 t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 139 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports copper rivets and pins from
Most of the value came from France (34%), China (17%), Netherlands (14%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+676% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.3M | 34% |
| China | $1.2M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $974K | 14% |
| Germany | $585K | 8.5% |
| United States | $446K | 6.5% |
| Switzerland | $330K | 4.8% |
| India | $295K | 4.3% |
| Taiwan | $115K | 1.7% |
| Hungary | $108K | 1.6% |
| Ireland | $99K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.21 per kg, close to the world average of $28.05.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Copper rivets and pins exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported copper rivets and pins worth $4.0 million (80 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United States (16%), Belgium (16%), Germany (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest (+137% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $648K | 16% |
| Belgium | $646K | 16% |
| Germany | $498K | 12% |
| Brazil | $275K | 6.8% |
| Mexico | $261K | 6.5% |
| Romania | $236K | 5.9% |
| Canada | $206K | 5.1% |
| Poland | $126K | 3.1% |
| Czech Republic | $91K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $91K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom copper rivets and pins imports (HS 7415.29): 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 7415.29: Copper: rivets, cotters, cotter-pins and similar articles, not threaded.
Common questions
What is the value of copper rivets and pins imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported copper rivets and pins worth $6.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 283 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 193 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply copper rivets and pins to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($2.3 million), followed by China (17%) and the Netherlands (14%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 676% on the year.
What is the average import price of copper rivets and pins per kg?
The average declared import value was about $24.21 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $28.05 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of copper rivets and pins to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $6.9 million in 2024, an increase of 85%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export copper rivets and pins?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Belgium and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for copper rivets and pins?
The HS code for copper rivets and pins is subheading 7415.29. It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7415 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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