Copper washers exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $3.0 million of copper washers in 2024 (72 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value rose 11% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.1 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 | $3.0M | 72 t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 104 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 114 t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 114 t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 126 t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 113 t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 103 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 130 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports copper washers to
Most of it went to United States (11%), China (8%), Romania (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 24%. Among the main buyer markets, Iceland grew fastest (+316% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $326K | 11% |
| China | $243K | 8% |
| Romania | $167K | 5.5% |
| Germany | $149K | 4.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $137K | 4.5% |
| Brazil | $132K | 4.4% |
| France | $131K | 4.3% |
| Iceland | $119K | 3.9% |
| India | $92K | 3% |
| Netherlands | $91K | 3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $41.89 per kg, 107% above the world average of $20.27. 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.
Copper washers imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of copper washers by the United Kingdom reached $2.6 million in 2024 (111 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Most of the value came from Germany (43%), China (23%), India (6%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.1M | 43% |
| China | $589K | 23% |
| India | $146K | 5.7% |
| Netherlands | $125K | 4.9% |
| France | $123K | 4.8% |
| United States | $111K | 4.3% |
| Italy | $80K | 3.1% |
| Poland | $57K | 2.2% |
| Slovakia | $38K | 1.5% |
| Japan | $36K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom copper washers exports (HS 7415.21): 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 7415.21: Copper: washers, (including spring washers), not threaded.
Common questions
What is the value of copper washers exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported copper washers worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 72 tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 123 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy copper washers from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 11% of the value ($326 thousand), followed by China (8%) and Romania (6%). The top three together account for 24%, out of 110 buyer countries in total. Iceland grew fastest among the top ten, up 316% on the year.
What is the average export price of copper washers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $41.89 per kg in 2024, 107% above the world average of $20.27 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 washers from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. The peak was 2022 at $4.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import copper washers?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $2.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, China and India. That compares with exports of $3.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for copper washers?
The HS code for copper washers is subheading 7415.21. 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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