Ferro-niobium imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $22.4 million of ferro-niobium in 2024 (635 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 80% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $41.8 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 | $22.4M | 635 t |
| 2023 | $12.5M | 504 t |
| 2022 | $12.5M | 556 t |
| 2021 | $41.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $12.4M | 472 t |
| 2019 | $19.6M | 811 t |
| 2018 | $16.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $17.5M | 6.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports ferro-niobium from
Brazil alone supplied 76% of it. Among the main suppliers, Brazil grew fastest (+336% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $17.0M | 76% |
| Canada | $3.5M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 8.2% |
| Germany | $113K | 0.5% |
| India | $3K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $35.31 per kg, 43% above the world average of $24.61. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ferro-niobium exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported ferro-niobium worth $321 thousand (22 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (36%), Thailand (23%), United States (21%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $115K | 36% |
| Thailand | $75K | 23% |
| United States | $69K | 21% |
| Canada | $56K | 17% |
| Netherlands | $7K | 2.1% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom ferro-niobium imports (HS 7202.93): 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 7202.93: Ferro-alloys: ferro-niobium.
Common questions
What is the value of ferro-niobium imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported ferro-niobium worth $22.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 635 tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 77 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 80% on 2023.
Which countries supply ferro-niobium to the United Kingdom?
Brazil was the largest supplier with 76% of the value ($17.0 million), followed by Canada (15%) and the Netherlands (8%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 336% on the year.
What is the average import price of ferro-niobium per kg?
The average declared import value was about $35.31 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $24.61 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of ferro-niobium to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.5 million in 2017 to $22.4 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. The peak was 2021 at $41.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export ferro-niobium?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $321 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Thailand and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $22.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for ferro-niobium?
The HS code for ferro-niobium is subheading 7202.93. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7202 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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