Film projector parts imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of film projector parts by the United Kingdom reached $5.5 million in 2024 (36 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 165 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 18% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $7.7 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 | $5.5M | 36 t |
| 2023 | $4.6M | 28 t |
| 2022 | $7.1M | 33 t |
| 2021 | $4.7M | 65 t |
| 2020 | $6.8M | 36 t |
| 2019 | $7.7M | 99 t |
| 2018 | $5.1M | 51 t |
| 2017 | $4.6M | 39 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports film projector parts from
Most of the value came from China (25%), United States (19%), Australia (7%). Among the main suppliers, Morocco grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 25% |
| United States | $1.0M | 19% |
| Australia | $397K | 7.3% |
| Austria | $275K | 5% |
| Ireland | $247K | 4.5% |
| Slovakia | $239K | 4.4% |
| Germany | $238K | 4.4% |
| Spain | $187K | 3.4% |
| Morocco | $182K | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $161K | 2.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $150.31 per kg, 128% above the world average of $65.87. 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.
Film projector parts exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of film projector parts by the United Kingdom reached $3.8 million in 2024 (94 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 92 countries. The largest buyer markets were United Arab Emirates (42%), United States (18%), Saudi Arabia (9%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $1.6M | 42% |
| United States | $662K | 18% |
| Saudi Arabia | $351K | 9.3% |
| India | $215K | 5.7% |
| Netherlands | $127K | 3.3% |
| Hong Kong | $120K | 3.2% |
| France | $85K | 2.2% |
| Ireland | $83K | 2.2% |
| Canada | $62K | 1.7% |
| Denmark | $57K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom film projector parts imports (HS 9007.92): 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 9007.92: Projectors, cinematographic: parts and accessories, whether or not incorporating sound reproducing apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of film projector parts imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported film projector parts worth $5.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 36 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 165 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply film projector parts to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by the United States (19%) and Australia (7%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Slovakia grew fastest among the top ten, up 683% on the year.
What is the average import price of film projector parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $150.31 per kg in 2024, 128% above the world average of $65.87 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of film projector parts to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.6 million in 2017 to $5.5 million in 2024, an increase of 19%. The peak was 2019 at $7.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export film projector parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, the United States and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for film projector parts?
The HS code for film projector parts is subheading 9007.92. 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 9007 page.
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