Hearing aids imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of hearing aids by the United Kingdom reached $281.4 million in 2024 (192 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 187 countries. Value rose 13% on 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 | $281.4M | 192 t |
| 2023 | $248.3M | 184 t |
| 2022 | $256.7M | 283 t |
| 2021 | $272.4M | 188 t |
| 2020 | $197.9M | 170 t |
| 2019 | $253.4M | 236 t |
| 2018 | $332.4M | 168 t |
| 2017 | $303.3M | 153 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports hearing aids from
The largest suppliers were Poland (29%), China (25%), Vietnam (23%). Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+107% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $80.9M | 29% |
| China | $69.0M | 25% |
| Vietnam | $64.1M | 23% |
| Singapore | $21.8M | 7.7% |
| Denmark | $15.6M | 5.6% |
| Switzerland | $10.8M | 3.9% |
| Mexico | $5.7M | 2% |
| Malaysia | $5.1M | 1.8% |
| United States | $2.5M | 0.9% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,463.99 per kg, 60% above the world average of $913.34. 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.
Hearing aids exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported hearing aids worth $51.8 million (26 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Poland (13%), Ireland (9%), Switzerland (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 31%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+130% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $6.9M | 13% |
| Ireland | $4.9M | 9.5% |
| Switzerland | $4.1M | 7.9% |
| Iraq | $3.8M | 7.4% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 7.3% |
| China | $3.8M | 7.3% |
| Israel | $3.7M | 7.1% |
| Libya | $2.7M | 5.3% |
| Netherlands | $2.6M | 5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.3M | 4.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom hearing aids imports (HS 9021.40): 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 9021.40: Hearing aids (excluding parts and accessories).
Common questions
What is the value of hearing aids imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported hearing aids worth $281.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 192 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 187 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply hearing aids to the United Kingdom?
Poland was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($80.9 million), followed by China (25%) and Vietnam (23%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 107% on the year.
What is the average import price of hearing aids per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1,463.99 per kg in 2024, 60% above the world average of $913.34 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of hearing aids to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $303.3 million in 2017 to $281.4 million in 2024, a fall of 7%. The peak was 2018 at $332.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $268.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export hearing aids?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $51.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Poland, Ireland and Switzerland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $229.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for hearing aids?
The HS code for hearing aids is subheading 9021.40. 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 9021 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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