Marker imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $105.7 million of marker in 2024 (12.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 222 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 5% on 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 | $105.7M | 12.2K t |
| 2023 | $100.4M | 8.9K t |
| 2022 | $98.1M | 8.7K t |
| 2021 | $94.0M | 8.4K t |
| 2020 | $97.6M | 8.2K t |
| 2019 | $99.5M | 5.8K t |
| 2018 | $95.7M | 10.1K t |
| 2017 | $101.0M | 6.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports marker from
The largest suppliers were China (42%), Germany (16%), Japan (9%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $44.0M | 42% |
| Germany | $16.9M | 16% |
| Japan | $9.9M | 9.3% |
| United States | $9.8M | 9.3% |
| Czech Republic | $5.7M | 5.4% |
| France | $4.1M | 3.9% |
| Italy | $3.0M | 2.9% |
| India | $2.6M | 2.4% |
| Vietnam | $2.3M | 2.2% |
| Malaysia | $2.0M | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.64 per kg, close to the world average of $10.63.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Marker exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported marker worth $10.0 million (540 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (33%), United States (16%), France (7%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $3.3M | 33% |
| United States | $1.6M | 16% |
| France | $730K | 7.3% |
| Netherlands | $610K | 6.1% |
| Germany | $456K | 4.6% |
| Sweden | $382K | 3.8% |
| Poland | $318K | 3.2% |
| Denmark | $235K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $214K | 2.2% |
| South Korea | $188K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom marker imports (HS 9608.20): 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 9608.20: Pens: felt tipped and other porous-tipped pens and markers.
Common questions
What is the value of marker imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported marker worth $105.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 222 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply marker to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($44.0 million), followed by Germany (16%) and Japan (9%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 18% on the year.
What is the average import price of marker per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.64 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $10.63 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of marker to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $101.0 million in 2017 to $105.7 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $99.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export marker?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $10.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the United States and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $95.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for marker?
The HS code for marker is subheading 9608.20. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9608 page.
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