Memory chips imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported memory chips worth $187.6 million (502 tonnes). Value fell 28% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $309.9 million.
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 | $187.6M | 502 t |
| 2023 | $259.1M | 570 t |
| 2022 | $272.1M | 452 t |
| 2021 | $309.9M | 458 t |
| 2020 | $267.7M | 352 t |
| 2019 | $218.6M | 357 t |
| 2018 | $210.2M | 447 t |
| 2017 | $223.7M | 448 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports memory chips from
The largest suppliers were Taiwan (41%), Germany (14%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+373% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $77.7M | 41% |
| Germany | $26.7M | 14% |
| China | $19.2M | 10% |
| United States | $12.9M | 6.9% |
| Thailand | $12.1M | 6.4% |
| South Korea | $11.4M | 6.1% |
| Philippines | $4.0M | 2.1% |
| France | $3.9M | 2.1% |
| Singapore | $3.9M | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $2.9M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $374.14 per kg, 93% below the world average of $5,353.00, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Memory chips exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported memory chips worth $145.9 million (222 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+369% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $105.3M | 72% |
| Hong Kong | $12.1M | 8.3% |
| Israel | $10.8M | 7.4% |
| Netherlands | $4.2M | 2.9% |
| United States | $1.9M | 1.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 1% |
| Czech Republic | $1.5M | 1% |
| China | $828K | 0.6% |
| France | $738K | 0.5% |
| Ireland | $636K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom memory chips imports (HS 8542.32): 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 8542.32: Electronic integrated circuits: memories.
Common questions
What is the value of memory chips imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported memory chips worth $187.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 502 tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 198 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply memory chips to the United Kingdom?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($77.7 million), followed by Germany (14%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 373% on the year.
What is the average import price of memory chips per kg?
The average declared import value was about $374.14 per kg in 2024, 93% below the world average of $5,353.00 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of memory chips to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $223.7 million in 2017 to $187.6 million in 2024, a fall of 16%. The peak was 2021 at $309.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $243.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export memory chips?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $145.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Hong Kong and Israel. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $41.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for memory chips?
The HS code for memory chips is subheading 8542.32. 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 8542 page.
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