Latch clasps imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported latch clasps worth $3.9 million (276 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 193 countries for imports of this product. That is 16% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $5.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
Hover or tap a year for detail.
Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.9M | 276 t |
| 2023 | $3.4M | 275 t |
| 2022 | $5.5M | 347 t |
| 2021 | $4.3M | 395 t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 304 t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 629 t |
| 2018 | $4.6M | 574 t |
| 2017 | $4.5M | 396 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports latch clasps from
The largest suppliers were China (41%), Poland (16%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+204% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 41% |
| Poland | $620K | 16% |
| Germany | $533K | 14% |
| Bulgaria | $322K | 8.2% |
| Spain | $177K | 4.5% |
| France | $140K | 3.6% |
| Taiwan | $133K | 3.4% |
| Austria | $61K | 1.6% |
| United States | $58K | 1.5% |
| Israel | $37K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.14 per kg, 63% above the world average of $8.70. 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.
Latch clasps exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of latch clasps by the United Kingdom reached $2.7 million in 2024 (93 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were Germany (28%), Spain (11%), Estonia (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+550% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $775K | 28% |
| Spain | $306K | 11% |
| Estonia | $187K | 6.9% |
| Ireland | $169K | 6.2% |
| United States | $147K | 5.4% |
| Norway | $131K | 4.8% |
| Switzerland | $98K | 3.6% |
| Australia | $69K | 2.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $68K | 2.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $64K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom latch clasps imports (HS 8301.50): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
Shipment records are in the platform
Tell us what you trade and we will show you the latest records on a live call.
Direct customs feed: shipment-level records from the official customs source.
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 8301.50: Clasps and frames with clasps: incorporating locks, of base metal.
Common questions
What is the value of latch clasps imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported latch clasps worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 276 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 193 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply latch clasps to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Poland (16%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 204% on the year.
What is the average import price of latch clasps per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.14 per kg in 2024, 63% above the world average of $8.70 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of latch clasps to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.5 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, a fall of 13%. The peak was 2022 at $5.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export latch clasps?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Spain and Estonia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for latch clasps?
The HS code for latch clasps is subheading 8301.50. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8301 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
Same product, other countries
More trade data for the United Kingdom
See what your buyers are buying.Then decide.
Everything we show you comes from official customs filings — records, not claims. 30 minutes. Your shipment. Your HS code. Real platform. If you don’t see something new about your market by the end of the call, we walk away. No follow-ups.