Gas and liquid meters exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of gas and liquid meters by the United Kingdom reached $231.5 million in 2024 (973 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 184 countries for exports of this product. 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $231.5M | 973 t |
| 2023 | $236.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $216.5M | 978 t |
| 2021 | $209.6M | 1.0K t |
| 2020 | $183.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $214.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $208.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $217.4M | 1.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports gas and liquid meters to
Most of it went to United States (17%), Germany (10%), United Arab Emirates (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%. Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest (+142% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $40.1M | 17% |
| Germany | $22.4M | 9.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $14.5M | 6.3% |
| Netherlands | $14.3M | 6.2% |
| France | $11.1M | 4.8% |
| China | $10.1M | 4.4% |
| Brazil | $10.0M | 4.3% |
| Spain | $9.8M | 4.2% |
| Singapore | $6.0M | 2.6% |
| Ireland | $5.2M | 2.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $238.03 per kg, 71% above the world average of $138.98. 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.
Gas and liquid meters imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of gas and liquid meters by the United Kingdom reached $166.8 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 219 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Germany (23%), United States (19%), China (12%). Among the main suppliers, Romania grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $38.9M | 23% |
| United States | $30.9M | 19% |
| China | $20.6M | 12% |
| Switzerland | $14.6M | 8.8% |
| Japan | $9.2M | 5.5% |
| Denmark | $7.8M | 4.7% |
| France | $6.7M | 4% |
| Czech Republic | $6.1M | 3.7% |
| Norway | $4.9M | 3% |
| Romania | $3.3M | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom gas and liquid meters exports (HS 9026.80): 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 9026.80: Instruments and apparatus: for measuring or checking variables of liquids or gases (excluding pressure or the flow and level of liquids and those of heading no. 9014, 9015, 9028 and 9032).
Common questions
What is the value of gas and liquid meters exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported gas and liquid meters worth $231.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 973 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 184 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy gas and liquid meters from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 17% of the value ($40.1 million), followed by Germany (10%) and the United Arab Emirates (6%). The top three together account for 33%, out of 165 buyer countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 142% on the year.
What is the average export price of gas and liquid meters per kg?
The average declared export value was about $238.03 per kg in 2024, 71% above the world average of $138.98 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of gas and liquid meters from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $217.4 million in 2017 to $231.5 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. The peak was 2023 at $236.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $214.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import gas and liquid meters?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $166.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, the United States and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $64.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for gas and liquid meters?
The HS code for gas and liquid meters is subheading 9026.80. 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 9026 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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