Ignition coils and distributors imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported ignition coils and distributors worth $76.0 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 213 countries. Value rose 9% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $100.9 million.
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 | $76.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $69.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $52.3M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $70.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $65.4M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $85.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $100.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $96.1M | 3.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports ignition coils and distributors from
The largest suppliers were Turkey (30%), China (25%), Italy (15%). Among the main suppliers, Slovenia grew fastest (+106% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $22.7M | 30% |
| China | $19.0M | 25% |
| Italy | $11.1M | 15% |
| Japan | $9.9M | 13% |
| Germany | $4.6M | 6.1% |
| Slovenia | $2.2M | 2.9% |
| United States | $1.9M | 2.5% |
| Poland | $1.3M | 1.7% |
| Portugal | $1.2M | 1.6% |
| Sweden | $460K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $30.95 per kg, 20% above the world average of $25.76. 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.
Ignition coils and distributors exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of ignition coils and distributors by the United Kingdom reached $4.9 million in 2024 (92 tonnes). Most of it went to Germany (11%), China (10%), United States (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 28%. Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+627% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $517K | 11% |
| China | $511K | 10% |
| United States | $370K | 7.5% |
| Poland | $332K | 6.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $252K | 5.1% |
| France | $233K | 4.7% |
| Israel | $194K | 4% |
| South Africa | $157K | 3.2% |
| Ireland | $150K | 3.1% |
| Serbia | $148K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom ignition coils and distributors imports (HS 8511.30): 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 8511.30: Ignition or starting equipment: distributors and ignition coils of a kind used for spark-ignition or compression-ignition internal combustion engines.
Common questions
What is the value of ignition coils and distributors imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported ignition coils and distributors worth $76.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 213 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply ignition coils and distributors to the United Kingdom?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($22.7 million), followed by China (25%) and Italy (15%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 125% on the year.
What is the average import price of ignition coils and distributors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $30.95 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $25.76 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ignition coils and distributors to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $96.1 million in 2017 to $76.0 million in 2024, a fall of 21%. The peak was 2018 at $100.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $77.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export ignition coils and distributors?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, China and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $71.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for ignition coils and distributors?
The HS code for ignition coils and distributors is subheading 8511.30. 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 8511 page.
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