Metal injection and compression molds imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported metal injection and compression molds worth $20.8 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 49% more than in 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $13.9M | 814 t |
| 2022 | $13.5M | 842 t |
| 2021 | $18.8M | 999 t |
| 2020 | $18.5M | 839 t |
| 2019 | $21.9M | 994 t |
| 2018 | $13.5M | 554 t |
| 2017 | $10.7M | 544 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports metal injection and compression molds from
Most of the value came from China (44%), Italy (29%), Germany (17%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+196% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $9.1M | 44% |
| Italy | $6.0M | 29% |
| Germany | $3.6M | 17% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 5.7% |
| Taiwan | $377K | 1.8% |
| France | $226K | 1.1% |
| United States | $126K | 0.6% |
| Slovenia | $48K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $38K | 0.2% |
| Portugal | $35K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.36 per kg, close to the world average of $16.48.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Metal injection and compression molds exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported metal injection and compression molds worth $4.7 million (559 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Morocco (41%), Germany (16%), Italy (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+296% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Morocco | $1.9M | 41% |
| Germany | $746K | 16% |
| Italy | $439K | 9.4% |
| Austria | $298K | 6.4% |
| France | $219K | 4.7% |
| Ireland | $165K | 3.5% |
| Greece | $164K | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $155K | 3.3% |
| Tunisia | $135K | 2.9% |
| United States | $121K | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom metal injection and compression molds imports (HS 8480.41): 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 8480.41: Moulds: for metal or metal carbides, injection or compression types.
Common questions
What is the value of metal injection and compression molds imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported metal injection and compression molds worth $20.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 182 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply metal injection and compression molds to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($9.1 million), followed by Italy (29%) and Germany (17%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 565% on the year.
What is the average import price of metal injection and compression molds per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.36 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $16.48 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of metal injection and compression molds to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.7 million in 2017 to $20.8 million in 2024, an increase of 94%. The peak was 2019 at $21.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export metal injection and compression molds?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Morocco, Germany and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $16.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal injection and compression molds?
The HS code for metal injection and compression molds is subheading 8480.41. 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 8480 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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