Digital multimeters imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of digital multimeters by the United Kingdom reached $25.6 million in 2024 (280 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 214 countries. Value fell 7% 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 | $25.6M | 280 t |
| 2023 | $27.5M | 386 t |
| 2022 | $26.4M | 415 t |
| 2021 | $21.7M | 317 t |
| 2020 | $19.6M | 352 t |
| 2019 | $19.6M | 211 t |
| 2018 | $22.6M | 204 t |
| 2017 | $22.2M | 234 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports digital multimeters from
Most of the value came from China (22%), United States (14%), Hungary (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Hungary grew fastest (+227% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.6M | 22% |
| United States | $3.6M | 14% |
| Hungary | $2.8M | 11% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 10% |
| Taiwan | $1.2M | 4.8% |
| France | $1.2M | 4.6% |
| Belgium | $1.0M | 4% |
| Austria | $993K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $944K | 3.7% |
| Czech Republic | $740K | 2.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $91.30 per kg, 56% above the world average of $58.64. 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.
Digital multimeters exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of digital multimeters by the United Kingdom reached $20.8 million in 2024 (91 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to Germany (17%), Netherlands (11%), United States (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, Romania grew fastest (+762% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.5M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $2.2M | 11% |
| United States | $2.0M | 9.5% |
| Singapore | $1.2M | 5.6% |
| Sweden | $1.1M | 5.1% |
| France | $929K | 4.5% |
| Ireland | $929K | 4.5% |
| Romania | $826K | 4% |
| China | $729K | 3.5% |
| Taiwan | $725K | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom digital multimeters imports (HS 9030.31): 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 9030.31: Multimeters: for measuring or checking voltage, current, resistance or power, without a recording device.
Common questions
What is the value of digital multimeters imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported digital multimeters worth $25.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 280 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 214 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply digital multimeters to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($5.6 million), followed by the United States (14%) and Hungary (11%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 64 supplier countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 227% on the year.
What is the average import price of digital multimeters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $91.30 per kg in 2024, 56% above the world average of $58.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of digital multimeters to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22.2 million in 2017 to $25.6 million in 2024, an increase of 15%. The peak was 2023 at $27.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $23.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export digital multimeters?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $20.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the Netherlands and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $4.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for digital multimeters?
The HS code for digital multimeters is subheading 9030.31. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9030 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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