Electro zinc-coated alloy sheet imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported electro zinc-coated alloy sheet worth $2.3 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). Value fell 22% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $13.8 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 | $2.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $4.7M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $12.7M | 10.8K t |
| 2020 | $9.0M | 15.5K t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $13.1M | 15.5K t |
| 2017 | $13.8M | 16.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports electro zinc-coated alloy sheet from
Belgium alone supplied 85% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $1.9M | 85% |
| Poland | $94K | 4.1% |
| Austria | $69K | 3% |
| Germany | $63K | 2.7% |
| South Korea | $60K | 2.6% |
| Sweden | $40K | 1.7% |
| India | $4K | 0.2% |
| Pakistan | $3K | 0.2% |
| China | $3K | 0.2% |
| Ireland | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.12 per kg, close to the world average of $1.23.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Electro zinc-coated alloy sheet exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of electro zinc-coated alloy sheet by the United Kingdom reached $231 thousand in 2024 (63 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: China accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $119K | 52% |
| Ireland | $36K | 16% |
| Saudi Arabia | $23K | 9.9% |
| Bulgaria | $13K | 5.7% |
| Grenada | $10K | 4.3% |
| Italy | $8K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $6K | 2.7% |
| France | $5K | 2.1% |
| Brazil | $5K | 2.1% |
| Cameroon | $3K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom electro zinc-coated alloy sheet imports (HS 7225.91): 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 7225.91: Steel, alloy: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7225, electrolytically plated or coated with zinc.
Common questions
What is the value of electro zinc-coated alloy sheet imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported electro zinc-coated alloy sheet worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 114 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply electro zinc-coated alloy sheet to the United Kingdom?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Poland (4%) and Austria (3%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 757% on the year.
What is the average import price of electro zinc-coated alloy sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.12 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $1.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electro zinc-coated alloy sheet to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.8 million in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, a fall of 83%. The peak was 2017 at $13.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export electro zinc-coated alloy sheet?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $231 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Ireland and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for electro zinc-coated alloy sheet?
The HS code for electro zinc-coated alloy sheet is subheading 7225.91. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7225 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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