Metal oxides and hydroxides (other) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $16.8 million of metal oxides and hydroxides (other) in 2024 (4.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is 20% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $22.1 million.
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 | $16.8M | 4.0K t |
| 2023 | $14.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2022 | $22.1M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $19.1M | 8.7K t |
| 2020 | $16.1M | 24.9K t |
| 2019 | $17.5M | 23.7K t |
| 2018 | $20.3M | 25.7K t |
| 2017 | $21.3M | 29.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports metal oxides and hydroxides (other) to
The largest buyer markets were United States (31%), China (9%), Spain (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+132% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.2M | 31% |
| China | $1.5M | 8.9% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 8.3% |
| Poland | $1.3M | 7.7% |
| India | $1.0M | 6.1% |
| Germany | $982K | 5.9% |
| France | $672K | 4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $602K | 3.6% |
| Israel | $597K | 3.6% |
| South Korea | $570K | 3.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.25 per kg, 89% above the world average of $2.25. 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.
Metal oxides and hydroxides (other) imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of metal oxides and hydroxides (other) by the United Kingdom reached $3.3 million in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were United States (27%), Germany (21%), China (12%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+410% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $889K | 27% |
| Germany | $693K | 21% |
| China | $415K | 13% |
| Ireland | $399K | 12% |
| Italy | $377K | 11% |
| Belgium | $83K | 2.5% |
| Poland | $73K | 2.2% |
| Switzerland | $71K | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $65K | 2% |
| India | $56K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom metal oxides and hydroxides (other) exports (HS 2825.90): 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 2825.90: Inorganic bases, metal oxides, hydroxides and peroxides: n.e.c. in heading no. 2825.
Common questions
What is the value of metal oxides and hydroxides (other) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported metal oxides and hydroxides (other) worth $16.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 94 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries buy metal oxides and hydroxides (other) from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 31% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by China (9%) and Spain (8%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 72 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 132% on the year.
What is the average export price of metal oxides and hydroxides (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.25 per kg in 2024, 89% above the world average of $2.25 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 oxides and hydroxides (other) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $21.3 million in 2017 to $16.8 million in 2024, a fall of 21%. The peak was 2022 at $22.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import metal oxides and hydroxides (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Germany and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $13.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal oxides and hydroxides (other)?
The HS code for metal oxides and hydroxides (other) is subheading 2825.90. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2825 page.
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