Electrical test meters exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of electrical test meters by the United Kingdom reached $161.6 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 177 countries. That is 15% 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $161.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $140.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $118.5M | 868 t |
| 2021 | $107.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $80.4M | 577 t |
| 2019 | $102.7M | 716 t |
| 2018 | $99.0M | 674 t |
| 2017 | $98.0M | 733 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports electrical test meters to
The largest buyer markets were Germany (15%), United States (14%), Netherlands (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Norway grew fastest (+216% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $23.5M | 15% |
| United States | $23.3M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $22.4M | 14% |
| France | $11.5M | 7.1% |
| Australia | $11.0M | 6.8% |
| Singapore | $6.4M | 4% |
| India | $5.9M | 3.6% |
| China | $5.7M | 3.5% |
| Ireland | $4.0M | 2.5% |
| Norway | $3.8M | 2.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $117.88 per kg, close to the world average of $126.94.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Electrical test meters imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of electrical test meters by the United Kingdom reached $89.3 million in 2024 (530 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 217 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from Germany (21%), United States (16%), China (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+102% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $18.7M | 21% |
| United States | $13.9M | 16% |
| China | $11.5M | 13% |
| India | $4.4M | 5% |
| France | $4.2M | 4.7% |
| Malaysia | $3.1M | 3.5% |
| Switzerland | $2.7M | 3% |
| Austria | $2.4M | 2.7% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 2.7% |
| Denmark | $2.3M | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom electrical test meters exports (HS 9030.33): 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 9030.33: Instruments and apparatus: for measuring or checking voltage, current, resistance or power, without a recording device (excluding multimeters).
Common questions
What is the value of electrical test meters exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported electrical test meters worth $161.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 177 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries buy electrical test meters from the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest buyer with 15% of the value ($23.5 million), followed by the United States (14%) and the Netherlands (14%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 140 buyer countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 216% on the year.
What is the average export price of electrical test meters per kg?
The average declared export value was about $117.88 per kg in 2024, 7% below the world average of $126.94 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of electrical test meters from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $98.0 million in 2017 to $161.6 million in 2024, an increase of 65%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $113.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import electrical test meters?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $89.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, the United States and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $72.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical test meters?
The HS code for electrical test meters is subheading 9030.33. 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.
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