Laminated safety glass (vehicles) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $255.5 million of laminated safety glass (vehicles) in 2024 (41.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 213 countries. Value rose 5% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $255.5M | 41.2K t |
| 2023 | $244.4M | 40.9K t |
| 2022 | $189.2M | 35.1K t |
| 2021 | $212.1M | 40.6K t |
| 2020 | $191.3M | 35.6K t |
| 2019 | $248.4M | 44.3K t |
| 2018 | $311.1M | 58.2K t |
| 2017 | $306.3M | 60.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports laminated safety glass (vehicles) from
The largest suppliers were China (28%), Poland (13%), Czech Republic (11%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+72% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $71.3M | 28% |
| Poland | $33.3M | 13% |
| Czech Republic | $27.9M | 11% |
| France | $26.2M | 10% |
| Italy | $22.2M | 8.7% |
| Germany | $20.7M | 8.1% |
| Belgium | $12.2M | 4.8% |
| Turkey | $10.3M | 4% |
| United States | $7.3M | 2.9% |
| Finland | $3.8M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.20 per kg, close to the world average of $5.79.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Laminated safety glass (vehicles) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported laminated safety glass (vehicles) worth $34.5 million (3.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Ireland (25%), Belgium (14%), France (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $8.6M | 25% |
| Belgium | $4.7M | 14% |
| France | $2.5M | 7.2% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 6.8% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 6% |
| United States | $1.3M | 3.8% |
| India | $1.2M | 3.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $851K | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $847K | 2.5% |
| China | $759K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom laminated safety glass (vehicles) imports (HS 7007.21): 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 7007.21: Glass: safety glass, laminated, of size and shape suitable for incorporation in vehicles, aircraft, spacecraft or vessels.
Common questions
What is the value of laminated safety glass (vehicles) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported laminated safety glass (vehicles) worth $255.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 41.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 213 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply laminated safety glass (vehicles) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($71.3 million), followed by Poland (13%) and the Czech Republic (11%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 55 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 72% on the year.
What is the average import price of laminated safety glass (vehicles) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.20 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $5.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of laminated safety glass (vehicles) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $306.3 million in 2017 to $255.5 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2018 at $311.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $244.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export laminated safety glass (vehicles)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $34.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Belgium and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $221.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for laminated safety glass (vehicles)?
The HS code for laminated safety glass (vehicles) is subheading 7007.21. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7007 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
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