High voltage distribution panels imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of high voltage distribution panels by the United Kingdom reached $229.4 million in 2024 (7.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 218 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% 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 | $229.4M | 7.9K t |
| 2023 | $229.7M | 6.1K t |
| 2022 | $153.0M | 4.9K t |
| 2021 | $126.8M | 6.0K t |
| 2020 | $131.2M | 6.9K t |
| 2019 | $90.1M | 4.3K t |
| 2018 | $186.6M | 7.2K t |
| 2017 | $126.3M | 5.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports high voltage distribution panels from
Most of the value came from Czech Republic (25%), Germany (20%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+198% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $58.0M | 25% |
| Germany | $46.6M | 20% |
| China | $25.5M | 11% |
| France | $25.3M | 11% |
| Spain | $19.4M | 8.5% |
| Italy | $12.3M | 5.4% |
| United States | $10.1M | 4.4% |
| Turkey | $4.9M | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $4.0M | 1.7% |
| Norway | $2.8M | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.96 per kg, 29% above the world average of $22.53. 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 voltage distribution panels exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of high voltage distribution panels by the United Kingdom reached $42.2 million in 2024 (779 tonnes). Most of it went to Czech Republic (12%), Libya (10%), India (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 30%. Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $5.1M | 12% |
| Libya | $4.3M | 10% |
| India | $3.2M | 7.5% |
| South Korea | $2.6M | 6.2% |
| United States | $2.6M | 6.2% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 5.7% |
| Indonesia | $1.8M | 4.4% |
| France | $1.4M | 3.2% |
| Malaysia | $1.2M | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom high voltage distribution panels imports (HS 8537.20): 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 8537.20: Boards, panels, consoles, desks and other bases: for electric control or the distribution of electricity, (other than switching apparatus of heading no. 8517), for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts.
Common questions
What is the value of high voltage distribution panels imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported high voltage distribution panels worth $229.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 218 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply high voltage distribution panels to the United Kingdom?
The Czech Republic was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($58.0 million), followed by Germany (20%) and China (11%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 67 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 198% on the year.
What is the average import price of high voltage distribution panels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.96 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $22.53 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of high voltage distribution panels to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $126.3 million in 2017 to $229.4 million in 2024, an increase of 82%. The peak was 2023 at $229.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $159.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export high voltage distribution panels?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $42.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Czech Republic, Libya and India. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $187.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for high voltage distribution panels?
The HS code for high voltage distribution panels is subheading 8537.20. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8537 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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