Instant print cameras imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of instant print cameras by the United Kingdom reached $17.7 million in 2024 (255 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $23.5 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 | $17.7M | 255 t |
| 2023 | $18.8M | 236 t |
| 2022 | $20.3M | 260 t |
| 2021 | $13.8M | 177 t |
| 2020 | $23.5M | 224 t |
| 2019 | $17.3M | 210 t |
| 2018 | $22.7M | 227 t |
| 2017 | $16.3M | 151 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports instant print cameras from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 53% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.4M | 53% |
| Thailand | $6.3M | 36% |
| Netherlands | $326K | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $300K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $279K | 1.6% |
| Ireland | $239K | 1.4% |
| France | $216K | 1.2% |
| Austria | $171K | 1% |
| Philippines | $87K | 0.5% |
| Japan | $78K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $69.68 per kg, 23% below the world average of $90.98, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Instant print cameras exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of instant print cameras by the United Kingdom reached $1.6 million in 2024 (23 tonnes). Most of it went to Netherlands (26%), Ireland (24%), United States (14%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+714% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $417K | 26% |
| Ireland | $376K | 24% |
| United States | $226K | 14% |
| Australia | $110K | 6.9% |
| Austria | $84K | 5.3% |
| France | $83K | 5.2% |
| Macao | $61K | 3.8% |
| China | $47K | 2.9% |
| Romania | $26K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $22K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom instant print cameras imports (HS 9006.40): 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 9006.40: Cameras, photographic (excluding cinematographic): instant print cameras.
Common questions
What is the value of instant print cameras imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported instant print cameras worth $17.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 255 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 167 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply instant print cameras to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($9.4 million), followed by Thailand (36%) and the Netherlands (2%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 139% on the year.
What is the average import price of instant print cameras per kg?
The average declared import value was about $69.68 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $90.98 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of instant print cameras to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.3 million in 2017 to $17.7 million in 2024, an increase of 9%. The peak was 2020 at $23.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export instant print cameras?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Ireland and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $16.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for instant print cameras?
The HS code for instant print cameras is subheading 9006.40. 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 9006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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