Lead crystal stemware imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $4.7 million of lead crystal stemware in 2024 (316 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 176 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 4% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $6.4 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 | $4.7M | 317 t |
| 2023 | $4.9M | 252 t |
| 2022 | $4.3M | 313 t |
| 2021 | $5.1M | 339 t |
| 2020 | $4.2M | 475 t |
| 2019 | $4.7M | 397 t |
| 2018 | $6.4M | 658 t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 691 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports lead crystal stemware from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+202% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $2.9M | 61% |
| China | $627K | 13% |
| Ireland | $376K | 8% |
| Hungary | $174K | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $147K | 3.1% |
| Italy | $143K | 3% |
| Slovenia | $77K | 1.6% |
| Czech Republic | $46K | 1% |
| Belgium | $38K | 0.8% |
| India | $38K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.94 per kg, 40% above the world average of $10.66. 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.
Lead crystal stemware exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of lead crystal stemware by the United Kingdom reached $2.3 million in 2024 (88 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 106 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to United States (18%), Bulgaria (8%), China (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 34%. Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest (+416% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $419K | 18% |
| Bulgaria | $187K | 8.2% |
| China | $164K | 7.1% |
| Italy | $153K | 6.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $152K | 6.6% |
| Czech Republic | $130K | 5.7% |
| Ireland | $94K | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $58K | 2.5% |
| Japan | $54K | 2.4% |
| Germany | $47K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom lead crystal stemware imports (HS 7013.22): 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 7013.22: Stemware drinking glasses, of lead crystal.
Common questions
What is the value of lead crystal stemware imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported lead crystal stemware worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 316 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 176 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply lead crystal stemware to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 61% of the value ($2.9 million), followed by China (13%) and Ireland (8%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Slovenia grew fastest among the top ten, up 225% on the year.
What is the average import price of lead crystal stemware per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.94 per kg in 2024, 40% above the world average of $10.66 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of lead crystal stemware to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $4.7 million in 2024, a fall of 21%. The peak was 2018 at $6.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export lead crystal stemware?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Bulgaria and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for lead crystal stemware?
The HS code for lead crystal stemware is subheading 7013.22. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7013 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.
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