Flat washers imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $78.9 million of flat washers in 2024 (10.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 221 countries. The value was almost unchanged 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 | $78.9M | 10.1K t |
| 2023 | $77.0M | 10.8K t |
| 2022 | $64.5M | 11.9K t |
| 2021 | $78.3M | 13.0K t |
| 2020 | $49.8M | 9.3K t |
| 2019 | $56.1M | 10.9K t |
| 2018 | $58.1M | 10.7K t |
| 2017 | $50.2M | 11.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports flat washers from
The largest suppliers were Germany (24%), China (18%), United States (15%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+120% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $18.7M | 24% |
| China | $14.6M | 19% |
| United States | $12.0M | 15% |
| India | $5.8M | 7.3% |
| Japan | $4.8M | 6% |
| Sweden | $4.3M | 5.4% |
| France | $2.9M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $2.8M | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 2.3% |
| Taiwan | $1.8M | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.83 per kg, 58% above the world average of $4.96. 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.
Flat washers exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported flat washers worth $65.0 million (2.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 198 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were United States (14%), Germany (8%), Saudi Arabia (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 29%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.1M | 14% |
| Germany | $5.5M | 8.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.3M | 6.6% |
| France | $4.1M | 6.2% |
| Hong Kong | $3.7M | 5.7% |
| Thailand | $2.9M | 4.5% |
| Malta | $2.8M | 4.3% |
| Canada | $2.6M | 4% |
| China | $2.4M | 3.8% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom flat washers imports (HS 7318.22): 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 7318.22: Iron or steel: non-threaded washers, excluding spring and lock.
Common questions
What is the value of flat washers imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported flat washers worth $78.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 221 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply flat washers to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($18.7 million), followed by China (18%) and the United States (15%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 66 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 120% on the year.
What is the average import price of flat washers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.83 per kg in 2024, 58% above the world average of $4.96 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of flat washers to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $50.2 million in 2017 to $78.9 million in 2024, an increase of 57%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $64.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export flat washers?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $65.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $13.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for flat washers?
The HS code for flat washers is subheading 7318.22. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7318 page.
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