Enamelled steel cookware imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported enamelled steel cookware worth $21.8 million (4.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 210 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $34.5 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 | $21.8M | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $21.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $30.5M | 5.0K t |
| 2021 | $34.5M | 5.4K t |
| 2020 | $32.6M | 6.2K t |
| 2019 | $31.6M | 6.3K t |
| 2018 | $29.1M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $28.9M | 6.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports enamelled steel cookware from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 63% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.7M | 63% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 9.6% |
| India | $1.9M | 8.5% |
| Spain | $626K | 2.9% |
| Thailand | $591K | 2.7% |
| Serbia | $465K | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $412K | 1.9% |
| Denmark | $309K | 1.4% |
| United States | $287K | 1.3% |
| Romania | $284K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.71 per kg, close to the world average of $5.01.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Enamelled steel cookware exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of enamelled steel cookware by the United Kingdom reached $1.6 million in 2024 (364 tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (18%), Germany (14%), Netherlands (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+343% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $274K | 18% |
| Germany | $214K | 14% |
| Netherlands | $187K | 12% |
| France | $157K | 10% |
| United States | $157K | 10% |
| Kenya | $61K | 3.9% |
| Georgia | $60K | 3.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $42K | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $40K | 2.6% |
| Cameroon | $40K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom enamelled steel cookware imports (HS 7323.94): 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 7323.94: Iron (excluding cast) or steel: table, kitchen and other household articles and parts thereof, enamelled.
Common questions
What is the value of enamelled steel cookware imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported enamelled steel cookware worth $21.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 210 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply enamelled steel cookware to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($13.7 million), followed by Italy (10%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Romania grew fastest among the top ten, up 53% on the year.
What is the average import price of enamelled steel cookware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.71 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $5.01 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of enamelled steel cookware to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.9 million in 2017 to $21.8 million in 2024, a fall of 24%. The peak was 2021 at $34.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $28.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export enamelled steel cookware?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Germany and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $20.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for enamelled steel cookware?
The HS code for enamelled steel cookware is subheading 7323.94. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7323 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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