Low power transistors exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported low power transistors worth $48.6 million (137 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 8% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
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 | $48.6M | 137 t |
| 2023 | $45.1M | 103 t |
| 2022 | $16.5M | 94 t |
| 2021 | $18.6M | 53 t |
| 2020 | $16.6M | 610 t |
| 2019 | $18.3M | 548 t |
| 2018 | $20.0M | 932 t |
| 2017 | $17.7M | 1.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports low power transistors to
One buyer market dominates: Philippines accounted for 77% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $37.2M | 77% |
| China | $3.8M | 7.7% |
| United States | $2.0M | 4.1% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 3.5% |
| Hong Kong | $545K | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $412K | 0.9% |
| France | $386K | 0.8% |
| Belgium | $337K | 0.7% |
| Norway | $336K | 0.7% |
| Indonesia | $331K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $354.46 per kg, 23% above the world average of $287.38. 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.
Low power transistors imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $13.4 million of low power transistors in 2024 (57 tonnes). The largest suppliers were China (42%), Israel (14%), Germany (8%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+322% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.7M | 42% |
| Israel | $1.9M | 14% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 8.3% |
| Malaysia | $952K | 7.1% |
| United States | $931K | 6.9% |
| Philippines | $629K | 4.7% |
| India | $404K | 3% |
| Japan | $399K | 3% |
| Singapore | $299K | 2.2% |
| Czech Republic | $211K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom low power transistors exports (HS 8541.21): 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 8541.21: Electrical apparatus: transistors, (other than photosensitive), with a dissipation rate of less than 1W.
Common questions
What is the value of low power transistors exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported low power transistors worth $48.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 137 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 108 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy low power transistors from the United Kingdom?
The Philippines was the largest buyer with 77% of the value ($37.2 million), followed by China (8%) and the United States (4%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 62 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 231% on the year.
What is the average export price of low power transistors per kg?
The average declared export value was about $354.46 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $287.38 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of low power transistors from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $17.7 million in 2017 to $48.6 million in 2024, an increase of 176%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $25.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import low power transistors?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $13.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Israel and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $35.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for low power transistors?
The HS code for low power transistors is subheading 8541.21. 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 8541 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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