Electric signalling apparatus (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electric signalling apparatus (other) by the United Kingdom reached $169.6 million in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 214 countries. That is 24% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $222.4 million.
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 | $169.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $222.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $160.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $117.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $109.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $105.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $81.8M | 774 t |
| 2017 | $92.1M | 1.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports electric signalling apparatus (other) from
Most of the value came from China (27%), United States (22%), Vietnam (16%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+129% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $45.8M | 27% |
| United States | $37.3M | 22% |
| Vietnam | $27.8M | 16% |
| Germany | $13.5M | 8% |
| France | $11.3M | 6.7% |
| Romania | $4.4M | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $3.8M | 2.2% |
| New Zealand | $2.7M | 1.6% |
| Sweden | $2.2M | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $2.2M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $58.20 per kg, 36% below the world average of $90.29, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Electric signalling apparatus (other) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of electric signalling apparatus (other) by the United Kingdom reached $93.1 million in 2024 (712 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 175 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were United States (27%), Germany (14%), Netherlands (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+120% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $24.8M | 27% |
| Germany | $12.8M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $5.6M | 6% |
| Ireland | $3.7M | 4% |
| France | $3.1M | 3.4% |
| Italy | $2.9M | 3.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.5M | 2.7% |
| South Korea | $2.2M | 2.4% |
| Canada | $2.0M | 2.2% |
| India | $2.0M | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom electric signalling apparatus (other) imports (HS 8531.80): 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 8531.80: Signalling apparatus: electric, sound or visual, apparatus n.e.c. in heading no. 8531, excluding those of heading no. 8512 or 8530.
Common questions
What is the value of electric signalling apparatus (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported electric signalling apparatus (other) worth $169.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 214 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric signalling apparatus (other) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($45.8 million), followed by the United States (22%) and Vietnam (16%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 64 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 129% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric signalling apparatus (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $58.20 per kg in 2024, 36% below the world average of $90.29 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric signalling apparatus (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $92.1 million in 2017 to $169.6 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. The peak was 2023 at $222.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $132.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export electric signalling apparatus (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $93.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $76.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric signalling apparatus (other)?
The HS code for electric signalling apparatus (other) is subheading 8531.80. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8531 page.
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