Electrical switching apparatus (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electrical switching apparatus (other) by the United Kingdom reached $751.0 million in 2024 (19.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 16% more than in 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 | $751.0M | 19.7K t |
| 2023 | $647.4M | 18.4K t |
| 2022 | $705.2M | 29.8K t |
| 2021 | $878.1M | 31.8K t |
| 2020 | $550.9M | 22.2K t |
| 2019 | $655.1M | 28.2K t |
| 2018 | $674.9M | 32.6K t |
| 2017 | $659.9M | 28.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports electrical switching apparatus (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (17%), United States (17%), Germany (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+199% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $130.5M | 17% |
| United States | $124.6M | 17% |
| Germany | $104.0M | 14% |
| France | $58.7M | 7.8% |
| Italy | $43.0M | 5.7% |
| Spain | $42.8M | 5.7% |
| India | $29.9M | 4% |
| Czech Republic | $18.3M | 2.4% |
| Taiwan | $17.3M | 2.3% |
| Ireland | $17.0M | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $38.21 per kg, close to the world average of $35.57.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Electrical switching apparatus (other) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported electrical switching apparatus (other) worth $589.7 million (10.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United States (17%), Germany (9%), France (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $101.5M | 17% |
| Germany | $52.2M | 8.9% |
| France | $40.2M | 6.8% |
| China | $35.3M | 6% |
| Netherlands | $31.8M | 5.4% |
| Ireland | $24.6M | 4.2% |
| Italy | $24.2M | 4.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $20.6M | 3.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $20.4M | 3.5% |
| India | $18.5M | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom electrical switching apparatus (other) imports (HS 8536.90): 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 8536.90: Electrical apparatus: n.e.c. in heading no. 8536, for switching or protecting electrical circuits, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Common questions
What is the value of electrical switching apparatus (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported electrical switching apparatus (other) worth $751.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 223 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrical switching apparatus (other) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 17% of the value ($130.5 million), followed by the United States (17%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 99 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 199% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrical switching apparatus (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $38.21 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $35.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electrical switching apparatus (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $659.9 million in 2017 to $751.0 million in 2024, an increase of 14%. The peak was 2021 at $878.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $690.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export electrical switching apparatus (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $589.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $161.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other)?
The HS code for electrical switching apparatus (other) is subheading 8536.90. 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 8536 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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