Electron microscope parts imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electron microscope parts by the United Kingdom reached $60.8 million in 2024 (179 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 151 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 8% 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 | $60.8M | 179 t |
| 2023 | $66.2M | 262 t |
| 2022 | $52.1M | 230 t |
| 2021 | $60.1M | 288 t |
| 2020 | $47.3M | 268 t |
| 2019 | $49.0M | 328 t |
| 2018 | $53.4M | 272 t |
| 2017 | $37.9M | 215 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports electron microscope parts from
The largest suppliers were Germany (42%), United States (18%), Netherlands (12%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+103% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $25.7M | 42% |
| United States | $11.0M | 18% |
| Netherlands | $7.4M | 12% |
| Japan | $3.4M | 5.6% |
| Switzerland | $2.9M | 4.7% |
| Austria | $2.8M | 4.7% |
| Canada | $2.2M | 3.7% |
| Czech Republic | $1.6M | 2.7% |
| India | $1.2M | 1.9% |
| China | $643K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $339.45 per kg, close to the world average of $389.17.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Electron microscope parts exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported electron microscope parts worth $56.3 million (96 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 88 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were United States (17%), Japan (17%), Germany (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+276% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.4M | 17% |
| Japan | $9.3M | 17% |
| Germany | $8.0M | 14% |
| China | $5.0M | 9% |
| Netherlands | $4.6M | 8.2% |
| Czech Republic | $4.0M | 7.1% |
| France | $2.2M | 4% |
| South Korea | $1.5M | 2.7% |
| Hong Kong | $1.2M | 2.2% |
| Canada | $876K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom electron microscope parts imports (HS 9012.90): 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 9012.90: Microscopes (excluding optical microscopes): diffraction apparatus: parts and accessories.
Common questions
What is the value of electron microscope parts imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported electron microscope parts worth $60.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 179 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 151 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply electron microscope parts to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($25.7 million), followed by the United States (18%) and the Netherlands (12%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 103% on the year.
What is the average import price of electron microscope parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $339.45 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $389.17 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electron microscope parts to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $37.9 million in 2017 to $60.8 million in 2024, an increase of 60%. The peak was 2023 at $66.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $53.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export electron microscope parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $56.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Japan and Germany. That compares with imports of $60.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for electron microscope parts?
The HS code for electron microscope parts is subheading 9012.90. 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 9012 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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