Metal slag (other) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported metal slag (other) worth $90.0 million (11.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 91 countries. Value rose 40% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $148.1 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 | $90.0M | 11.0K t |
| 2023 | $64.2M | 7.9K t |
| 2022 | $89.4M | 9.0K t |
| 2021 | $47.2M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $95.9M | 16.6K t |
| 2019 | $76.9M | 5.1K t |
| 2018 | $148.1M | 13.6K t |
| 2017 | $70.3M | 8.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports metal slag (other) to
Canada alone took 87% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+759% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $78.0M | 87% |
| Netherlands | $5.5M | 6.1% |
| United States | $3.1M | 3.5% |
| Poland | $1.8M | 2% |
| France | $839K | 0.9% |
| Singapore | $269K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $163K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $104K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $94K | 0.1% |
| Sweden | $35K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.19 per kg, 831% above the world average of $0.88. 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 slag (other) imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of metal slag (other) by the United Kingdom reached $74.5 million in 2024 (66.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 99 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Canada (43%), Norway (26%), North Macedonia (18%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+409% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $32.3M | 43% |
| Norway | $19.3M | 26% |
| North Macedonia | $13.1M | 18% |
| Finland | $5.8M | 7.8% |
| Greece | $1.9M | 2.5% |
| South Africa | $1.2M | 1.5% |
| Germany | $622K | 0.8% |
| Brazil | $87K | 0.1% |
| Denmark | $76K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $64K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom metal slag (other) exports (HS 2620.99): 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 2620.99: Slag, ash and residues: (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing mainly metals or their compounds, n.e.c. in heading no. 2620.
Common questions
What is the value of metal slag (other) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported metal slag (other) worth $90.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 91 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 40% on 2023.
Which countries buy metal slag (other) from the United Kingdom?
Canada was the largest buyer with 87% of the value ($78.0 million), followed by the Netherlands (6%) and the United States (4%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 14 buyer countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 759% on the year.
What is the average export price of metal slag (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $8.19 per kg in 2024, 831% above the world average of $0.88 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 slag (other) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $70.3 million in 2017 to $90.0 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. The peak was 2018 at $148.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $85.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import metal slag (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $74.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Norway and North Macedonia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $15.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal slag (other)?
The HS code for metal slag (other) is subheading 2620.99. It sits in HS chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2620 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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