Cupronickel sheet exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of cupronickel sheet by the United Kingdom reached $57.4 million in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 63 countries for exports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $57.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $56.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $63.5M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $60.4M | 4.7K t |
| 2020 | $44.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $46.5M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $58.4M | 4.6K t |
| 2017 | $49.8M | 4.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports cupronickel sheet to
One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 65% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $37.1M | 65% |
| United States | $10.2M | 18% |
| Italy | $4.8M | 8.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.2M | 2.1% |
| China | $857K | 1.5% |
| Switzerland | $627K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $409K | 0.7% |
| Gibraltar | $389K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $212K | 0.4% |
| France | $208K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.92 per kg, close to the world average of $13.64.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cupronickel sheet imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported cupronickel sheet worth $14.2 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 85% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $12.1M | 85% |
| France | $606K | 4.3% |
| United States | $578K | 4.1% |
| China | $454K | 3.2% |
| Turkey | $303K | 2.1% |
| Poland | $94K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $46K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $7K | 0.1% |
| India | $7K | 0.1% |
| Denmark | $7K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cupronickel sheet exports (HS 7409.40): 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 7409.40: Copper: plates, sheets and strip, of a thickness exceeding 0.15mm, of copper-nickel base alloys (cupro-nickel) or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys (nickel silver).
Common questions
What is the value of cupronickel sheet exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported cupronickel sheet worth $57.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 63 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries buy cupronickel sheet from the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest buyer with 65% of the value ($37.1 million), followed by the United States (18%) and Italy (8%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 37 buyer countries in total. Gibraltar grew fastest among the top ten, up 328% on the year.
What is the average export price of cupronickel sheet per kg?
The average declared export value was about $15.92 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $13.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of cupronickel sheet from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $49.8 million in 2017 to $57.4 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. The peak was 2022 at $63.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $54.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import cupronickel sheet?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $14.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, France and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $43.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for cupronickel sheet?
The HS code for cupronickel sheet is subheading 7409.40. It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7409 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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