Lightning arresters and surge suppressors exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of lightning arresters and surge suppressors by the United Kingdom reached $21.5 million in 2024 (606 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 130 countries for exports of this product. That is 64% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $21.5M | 606 t |
| 2023 | $13.1M | 412 t |
| 2022 | $15.7M | 813 t |
| 2021 | $14.1M | 685 t |
| 2020 | $14.9M | 723 t |
| 2019 | $16.1M | 743 t |
| 2018 | $14.4M | 929 t |
| 2017 | $13.4M | 824 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports lightning arresters and surge suppressors to
Most of it went to Germany (33%), Poland (9%), United States (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Ukraine grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $7.1M | 33% |
| Poland | $2.0M | 9.2% |
| United States | $1.4M | 6.5% |
| Ukraine | $1.3M | 5.9% |
| Italy | $879K | 4.1% |
| Ireland | $817K | 3.8% |
| India | $602K | 2.8% |
| Azerbaijan | $528K | 2.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $478K | 2.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $407K | 1.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $35.57 per kg, 64% above the world average of $21.63. 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.
Lightning arresters and surge suppressors imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $17.6 million of lightning arresters and surge suppressors in 2024 (550 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Most of the value came from Germany (28%), China (27%), India (12%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $5.0M | 28% |
| China | $4.8M | 27% |
| India | $2.0M | 12% |
| Switzerland | $1.2M | 6.8% |
| United States | $1.1M | 6.2% |
| Sweden | $733K | 4.2% |
| France | $435K | 2.5% |
| Italy | $250K | 1.4% |
| Israel | $231K | 1.3% |
| Canada | $228K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom lightning arresters and surge suppressors exports (HS 8535.40): 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 8535.40: Electrical apparatus: lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors (for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts).
Common questions
What is the value of lightning arresters and surge suppressors exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported lightning arresters and surge suppressors worth $21.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 606 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 130 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 64% on 2023.
Which countries buy lightning arresters and surge suppressors from the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest buyer with 33% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Poland (9%) and the United States (6%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 107 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 652% on the year.
What is the average export price of lightning arresters and surge suppressors per kg?
The average declared export value was about $35.57 per kg in 2024, 64% above the world average of $21.63 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of lightning arresters and surge suppressors from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $13.4 million in 2017 to $21.5 million in 2024, an increase of 61%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import lightning arresters and surge suppressors?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $17.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, China and India. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for lightning arresters and surge suppressors?
The HS code for lightning arresters and surge suppressors is subheading 8535.40. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8535 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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