Manganese dioxide batteries imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported manganese dioxide batteries worth $228.7 million (32.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 217 countries. That is 23% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $228.7M | 32.0K t |
| 2023 | $186.0M | 23.1K t |
| 2022 | $169.3M | 25.7K t |
| 2021 | $173.7M | 24.7K t |
| 2020 | $179.8M | 26.7K t |
| 2019 | $163.8M | 35.1K t |
| 2018 | $168.5M | 31.4K t |
| 2017 | $176.9M | 24.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports manganese dioxide batteries from
One supplier dominates: Belgium accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $120.7M | 53% |
| China | $58.2M | 25% |
| Poland | $13.8M | 6.1% |
| United States | $10.2M | 4.5% |
| Germany | $8.3M | 3.6% |
| Singapore | $7.4M | 3.2% |
| Indonesia | $5.1M | 2.2% |
| Malaysia | $1.0M | 0.5% |
| Spain | $976K | 0.4% |
| Ireland | $810K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.14 per kg, 31% above the world average of $5.44. 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.
Manganese dioxide batteries exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported manganese dioxide batteries worth $18.3 million (2.6 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (36%), France (13%), Spain (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $6.6M | 36% |
| France | $2.4M | 13% |
| Spain | $1.3M | 7.4% |
| United States | $956K | 5.2% |
| Israel | $954K | 5.2% |
| Germany | $758K | 4.2% |
| Belgium | $647K | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $442K | 2.4% |
| Iceland | $363K | 2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $287K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom manganese dioxide batteries imports (HS 8506.10): 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 8506.10: Cells and batteries: primary, manganese dioxide.
Common questions
What is the value of manganese dioxide batteries imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported manganese dioxide batteries worth $228.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 32.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 217 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply manganese dioxide batteries to the United Kingdom?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($120.7 million), followed by China (25%) and Poland (6%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 233% on the year.
What is the average import price of manganese dioxide batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.14 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $5.44 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of manganese dioxide batteries to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $176.9 million in 2017 to $228.7 million in 2024, an increase of 29%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $180.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export manganese dioxide batteries?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $18.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, France and Spain. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $210.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for manganese dioxide batteries?
The HS code for manganese dioxide batteries is subheading 8506.10. 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 8506 page.
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