Metal converters (foundry) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $5.1 million of metal converters (foundry) in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 143 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 18% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 46% a year on average.
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 | $5.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.3M | 57 t |
| 2022 | $493K | 6 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 21 t |
| 2020 | $249K | 237 t |
| 2019 | $960K | 14 t |
| 2018 | $518K | 15 t |
| 2017 | $362K | 4 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports metal converters (foundry) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 87% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+248% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.4M | 87% |
| Singapore | $219K | 4.3% |
| Nigeria | $138K | 2.7% |
| Germany | $75K | 1.5% |
| France | $61K | 1.2% |
| United States | $48K | 1% |
| Ireland | $36K | 0.7% |
| India | $16K | 0.3% |
| Taiwan | $15K | 0.3% |
| Norway | $10K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.03 per kg, 54% below the world average of $8.72, 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.
Metal converters (foundry) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of metal converters (foundry) by the United Kingdom reached $568 thousand in 2024 (5 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Hong Kong (21%), United States (15%), Georgia (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $119K | 21% |
| United States | $87K | 15% |
| Georgia | $84K | 15% |
| Malaysia | $60K | 11% |
| Qatar | $52K | 9.1% |
| Norway | $23K | 4.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $18K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $16K | 2.8% |
| Belgium | $13K | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $10K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom metal converters (foundry) imports (HS 8454.10): 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 8454.10: Converters: of a type used in metallurgy or in metal foundries.
Common questions
What is the value of metal converters (foundry) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported metal converters (foundry) worth $5.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 143 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal converters (foundry) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 87% of the value ($4.4 million), followed by Singapore (4%) and Nigeria (3%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 951% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal converters (foundry) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.03 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $8.72 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of metal converters (foundry) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $362 thousand in 2017 to $5.1 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export metal converters (foundry)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $568 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, the United States and Georgia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal converters (foundry)?
The HS code for metal converters (foundry) is subheading 8454.10. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8454 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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