Metal cutting blades exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported metal cutting blades worth $17.1 million (681 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 128 countries. Value fell 11% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
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 | $17.1M | 681 t |
| 2023 | $19.3M | 656 t |
| 2022 | $17.7M | 719 t |
| 2021 | $16.3M | 491 t |
| 2020 | $13.5M | 836 t |
| 2019 | $11.4M | 411 t |
| 2018 | $12.3M | 367 t |
| 2017 | $8.8M | 303 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports metal cutting blades to
The largest buyer markets were United States (47%), Germany (14%), Canada (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $8.1M | 47% |
| Germany | $2.4M | 14% |
| Canada | $1.3M | 7.6% |
| Spain | $908K | 5.3% |
| Ireland | $424K | 2.5% |
| Norway | $311K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $297K | 1.7% |
| France | $234K | 1.4% |
| Poland | $197K | 1.2% |
| Australia | $193K | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $25.12 per kg, 41% below the world average of $42.48, 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 cutting blades imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of metal cutting blades by the United Kingdom reached $10.6 million in 2024 (463 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Most of the value came from China (34%), India (20%), Netherlands (12%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.6M | 34% |
| India | $2.1M | 20% |
| Netherlands | $1.3M | 12% |
| Germany | $966K | 9.1% |
| United States | $584K | 5.5% |
| Canada | $417K | 3.9% |
| Ireland | $284K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $239K | 2.3% |
| France | $200K | 1.9% |
| Switzerland | $194K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom metal cutting blades exports (HS 8208.10): 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 8208.10: Tools: knives and cutting blades, for machines or for mechanical appliances, for metal working.
Common questions
What is the value of metal cutting blades exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported metal cutting blades worth $17.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 681 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 128 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy metal cutting blades from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 47% of the value ($8.1 million), followed by Germany (14%) and Canada (8%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 96 buyer countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 92% on the year.
What is the average export price of metal cutting blades per kg?
The average declared export value was about $25.12 per kg in 2024, 41% below the world average of $42.48 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of metal cutting blades from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.8 million in 2017 to $17.1 million in 2024, an increase of 94%. The peak was 2023 at $19.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import metal cutting blades?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $10.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal cutting blades?
The HS code for metal cutting blades is subheading 8208.10. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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