High-hardness technical ceramics imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of high-hardness technical ceramics by the United Kingdom reached $28.9 million in 2024 (367 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 160 countries. Value rose 67% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $28.9M | 367 t |
| 2023 | $17.3M | 476 t |
| 2022 | $15.5M | 353 t |
| 2021 | $14.2M | 468 t |
| 2020 | $11.5M | 230 t |
| 2019 | $13.5M | 297 t |
| 2018 | $12.6M | 234 t |
| 2017 | $12.3M | 259 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports high-hardness technical ceramics from
Most of the value came from United States (41%), Japan (18%), Germany (13%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+271% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $11.8M | 41% |
| Japan | $5.1M | 18% |
| Germany | $3.9M | 14% |
| Czech Republic | $2.1M | 7.3% |
| China | $1.9M | 6.6% |
| France | $1.2M | 4.2% |
| Switzerland | $726K | 2.5% |
| Luxembourg | $373K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $276K | 1% |
| Poland | $218K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $78.71 per kg, 853% above the world average of $8.26. 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.
High-hardness technical ceramics exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $15.4 million of high-hardness technical ceramics in 2024 (43 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United States (44%), Netherlands (9%), Czech Republic (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest (+689% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $6.8M | 44% |
| Netherlands | $1.4M | 9.3% |
| Czech Republic | $979K | 6.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $604K | 3.9% |
| Australia | $600K | 3.9% |
| Norway | $547K | 3.6% |
| Germany | $535K | 3.5% |
| France | $464K | 3% |
| Canada | $318K | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $298K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom high-hardness technical ceramics imports (HS 6909.12): 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 6909.12: Ceramic wares: for laboratory, chemical or other technical uses, articles having a hardness equivalent to 9 or more on the Mohs scale.
Common questions
What is the value of high-hardness technical ceramics imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported high-hardness technical ceramics worth $28.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 367 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 160 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 67% on 2023.
Which countries supply high-hardness technical ceramics to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($11.8 million), followed by Japan (18%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 271% on the year.
What is the average import price of high-hardness technical ceramics per kg?
The average declared import value was about $78.71 per kg in 2024, 853% above the world average of $8.26 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of high-hardness technical ceramics to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.3 million in 2017 to $28.9 million in 2024, an increase of 136%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export high-hardness technical ceramics?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $15.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, the Netherlands and the Czech Republic. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $13.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for high-hardness technical ceramics?
The HS code for high-hardness technical ceramics is subheading 6909.12. It sits in HS chapter 69 (ceramic products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6909 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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