Inorganic luminophores exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of inorganic luminophores by the United Kingdom reached $2.6 million in 2024 (90 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 70 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 28% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $3.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.6M | 90 t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 84 t |
| 2022 | $3.5M | 141 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 209 t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 119 t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 76 t |
| 2018 | $2.5M | 116 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 340 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports inorganic luminophores to
Most of it went to United States (20%), Canada (10%), Italy (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $528K | 20% |
| Canada | $257K | 9.8% |
| Italy | $246K | 9.4% |
| Germany | $212K | 8.1% |
| China | $211K | 8.1% |
| Belgium | $210K | 8% |
| France | $197K | 7.5% |
| Japan | $167K | 6.4% |
| Switzerland | $131K | 5% |
| Hong Kong | $75K | 2.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.96 per kg, 25% above the world average of $23.08. 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.
Inorganic luminophores imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $2.3 million of inorganic luminophores in 2024 (102 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Germany (31%), Spain (21%), Portugal (19%). Among the main suppliers, Portugal grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $707K | 31% |
| Spain | $492K | 21% |
| Portugal | $429K | 19% |
| China | $231K | 10% |
| Japan | $229K | 10% |
| United States | $59K | 2.6% |
| France | $44K | 1.9% |
| Ireland | $23K | 1% |
| Poland | $21K | 0.9% |
| Switzerland | $17K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom inorganic luminophores exports (HS 3206.50): 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 3206.50: Colouring matter: inorganic products of a kind used as luminophores.
Common questions
What is the value of inorganic luminophores exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported inorganic luminophores worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 90 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 70 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries buy inorganic luminophores from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 20% of the value ($528 thousand), followed by Canada (10%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 39%, out of 45 buyer countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 880% on the year.
What is the average export price of inorganic luminophores per kg?
The average declared export value was about $28.96 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $23.08 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of inorganic luminophores from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, a fall of 8%. The peak was 2022 at $3.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import inorganic luminophores?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Spain and Portugal. That compares with exports of $2.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for inorganic luminophores?
The HS code for inorganic luminophores is subheading 3206.50. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3206 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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