Cupronickel tubes imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cupronickel tubes by the United Kingdom reached $13.0 million in 2024 (863 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 139 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $13.0M | 863 t |
| 2023 | $13.4M | 771 t |
| 2022 | $12.4M | 837 t |
| 2021 | $11.7M | 683 t |
| 2020 | $7.3M | 442 t |
| 2019 | $8.4M | 466 t |
| 2018 | $8.8M | 596 t |
| 2017 | $9.4M | 714 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports cupronickel tubes from
The largest suppliers were Germany (36%), China (26%), India (15%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.7M | 36% |
| China | $3.4M | 26% |
| India | $2.0M | 15% |
| United States | $1.4M | 11% |
| France | $320K | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $316K | 2.4% |
| Mexico | $311K | 2.4% |
| Ireland | $181K | 1.4% |
| Austria | $151K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $150K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.12 per kg, close to the world average of $16.53.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Cupronickel tubes exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported cupronickel tubes worth $4.7 million (182 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 71 countries. Most of it went to Germany (28%), United States (9%), Saudi Arabia (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+449% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.3M | 28% |
| United States | $428K | 9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $426K | 9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $272K | 5.7% |
| Angola | $249K | 5.2% |
| Brazil | $236K | 5% |
| Mexico | $190K | 4% |
| Netherlands | $161K | 3.4% |
| Greece | $138K | 2.9% |
| Seychelles | $130K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom cupronickel tubes imports (HS 7411.22): 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 7411.22: Copper: tubes and pipes, of copper-nickel base alloys (cupro-nickel) or copper-nickel-zinc base alloys (nickel silver).
Common questions
What is the value of cupronickel tubes imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported cupronickel tubes worth $13.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 863 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 139 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply cupronickel tubes to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by China (26%) and India (15%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 418% on the year.
What is the average import price of cupronickel tubes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.12 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $16.53 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cupronickel tubes to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.4 million in 2017 to $13.0 million in 2024, an increase of 39%. The peak was 2023 at $13.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export cupronickel tubes?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the United States and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $8.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for cupronickel tubes?
The HS code for cupronickel tubes is subheading 7411.22. It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7411 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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