Flexible metal tubing imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $18.2 million of flexible metal tubing in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 206 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 13% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average.
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 | $18.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $16.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $15.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $12.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $12.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $11.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $11.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $10.4M | 1.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports flexible metal tubing from
Most of the value came from China (30%), France (14%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+80% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.4M | 30% |
| France | $2.6M | 14% |
| Germany | $2.2M | 12% |
| United States | $1.4M | 7.5% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 6.9% |
| Netherlands | $1.2M | 6.7% |
| Israel | $844K | 4.6% |
| Denmark | $736K | 4.1% |
| Australia | $616K | 3.4% |
| Serbia | $457K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.53 per kg, close to the world average of $9.78.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Flexible metal tubing exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of flexible metal tubing by the United Kingdom reached $10.6 million in 2024 (308 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to Norway (16%), Cote d'Ivoire (15%), Sweden (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Cote d'Ivoire grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $1.7M | 16% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $1.5M | 15% |
| Sweden | $1.5M | 14% |
| United States | $1.0M | 9.7% |
| Germany | $663K | 6.3% |
| Israel | $434K | 4.1% |
| South Korea | $419K | 4% |
| France | $329K | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $298K | 2.8% |
| China | $235K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom flexible metal tubing imports (HS 8307.90): 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 8307.90: Tubing: flexible, with or without fittings of base metal, other than those of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of flexible metal tubing imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported flexible metal tubing worth $18.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 206 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply flexible metal tubing to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by France (14%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 80% on the year.
What is the average import price of flexible metal tubing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.53 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $9.78 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of flexible metal tubing to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.4 million in 2017 to $18.2 million in 2024, an increase of 75%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $13.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export flexible metal tubing?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $10.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Norway, Cote d'Ivoire and Sweden. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $7.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for flexible metal tubing?
The HS code for flexible metal tubing is subheading 8307.90. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8307 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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