Gas meters imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of gas meters by the United Kingdom reached $122.9 million in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 180 countries for imports of this product. That is 14% less than in 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 | $122.9M | 4.3K t |
| 2023 | $143.3M | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $129.6M | 5.3K t |
| 2021 | $116.5M | 4.5K t |
| 2020 | $88.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $114.7M | 4.6K t |
| 2018 | $73.2M | 2.4K t |
| 2017 | $117.8M | 4.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports gas meters from
Most of the value came from Greece (44%), China (21%), India (19%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Greece | $54.6M | 44% |
| China | $26.2M | 21% |
| India | $23.6M | 19% |
| Poland | $4.8M | 3.9% |
| Germany | $4.6M | 3.7% |
| Slovakia | $3.7M | 3% |
| Canada | $1.5M | 1.2% |
| United States | $1.5M | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $507K | 0.4% |
| Denmark | $439K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.90 per kg, close to the world average of $27.27.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Gas meters exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $4.2 million of gas meters in 2024 (76 tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (28%), India (15%), Denmark (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+776% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $1.2M | 28% |
| India | $617K | 15% |
| Denmark | $320K | 7.6% |
| Germany | $288K | 6.8% |
| United States | $232K | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $224K | 5.3% |
| Hong Kong | $207K | 4.9% |
| Czech Republic | $115K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $91K | 2.1% |
| Malaysia | $77K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom gas meters imports (HS 9028.10): 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 9028.10: Meters: gas, supply or production meters, including calibrating meters thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of gas meters imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported gas meters worth $122.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 180 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply gas meters to the United Kingdom?
Greece was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($54.6 million), followed by China (21%) and India (19%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 110% on the year.
What is the average import price of gas meters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.90 per kg in 2024, 6% above the world average of $27.27 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of gas meters to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $117.8 million in 2017 to $122.9 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2023 at $143.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $113.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export gas meters?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, India and Denmark. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $118.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for gas meters?
The HS code for gas meters is subheading 9028.10. 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 9028 page.
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