Material property analyzers exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $635.2 million of material property analyzers in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 193 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 14% on 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 | $635.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $556.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $535.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $594.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $434.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $507.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $490.4M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $468.1M | 2.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports material property analyzers to
Most of it went to United States (20%), China (16%), Germany (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $129.6M | 20% |
| China | $99.5M | 16% |
| Germany | $50.2M | 7.9% |
| Netherlands | $33.6M | 5.3% |
| South Korea | $28.3M | 4.5% |
| France | $27.9M | 4.4% |
| Singapore | $25.4M | 4% |
| Japan | $19.5M | 3.1% |
| Canada | $13.8M | 2.2% |
| India | $12.4M | 2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $317.49 per kg, 41% above the world average of $224.57. 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.
Material property analyzers imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported material property analyzers worth $415.3 million (3.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 222 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were United States (30%), Germany (22%), Switzerland (6%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+78% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $125.4M | 30% |
| Germany | $93.3M | 23% |
| Switzerland | $24.7M | 6% |
| Singapore | $18.2M | 4.4% |
| Japan | $17.8M | 4.3% |
| Czech Republic | $17.4M | 4.2% |
| Austria | $15.7M | 3.8% |
| Netherlands | $14.6M | 3.5% |
| China | $14.1M | 3.4% |
| France | $12.2M | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom material property analyzers exports (HS 9027.80): 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 9027.80: Instruments and apparatus: for physical or chemical analysis, for measuring or checking viscosity, porosity, expansion, surface tension or quantities of heat, sound or light, n.e.c. in heading no. 9027.
Common questions
What is the value of material property analyzers exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported material property analyzers worth $635.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 193 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy material property analyzers from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 20% of the value ($129.6 million), followed by China (16%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 44%, out of 176 buyer countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 125% on the year.
What is the average export price of material property analyzers per kg?
The average declared export value was about $317.49 per kg in 2024, 41% above the world average of $224.57 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of material property analyzers from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $468.1 million in 2017 to $635.2 million in 2024, an increase of 36%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $527.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import material property analyzers?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $415.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Germany and Switzerland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $219.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for material property analyzers?
The HS code for material property analyzers is subheading 9027.80. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9027 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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