Microprocessors and microcontrollers imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $826.3 million of microprocessors and microcontrollers in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). That is 29% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $1.39 billion.
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 | $826.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.17B | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $1.39B | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $1.21B | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $922.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $807.5M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $911.8M | 3.3K t |
| 2017 | $849.0M | 4.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports microprocessors and microcontrollers from
Most of the value came from Taiwan (20%), United States (12%), China (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 43%. Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $167.1M | 20% |
| United States | $95.8M | 12% |
| China | $95.7M | 12% |
| South Korea | $79.6M | 9.6% |
| Vietnam | $63.0M | 7.6% |
| Netherlands | $42.5M | 5.2% |
| Malaysia | $40.1M | 4.9% |
| Hong Kong | $32.6M | 3.9% |
| Thailand | $22.6M | 2.7% |
| Philippines | $21.4M | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $398.94 per kg, 37% below the world average of $635.69, 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.
Microprocessors and microcontrollers exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of microprocessors and microcontrollers by the United Kingdom reached $353.0 million in 2024 (19.0 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Israel (17%), United States (11%), Germany (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $59.7M | 17% |
| United States | $39.8M | 11% |
| Germany | $32.4M | 9.2% |
| Japan | $31.2M | 8.8% |
| Singapore | $25.0M | 7.1% |
| Hong Kong | $22.1M | 6.3% |
| France | $18.3M | 5.2% |
| Netherlands | $15.7M | 4.4% |
| Canada | $11.0M | 3.1% |
| China | $10.7M | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom microprocessors and microcontrollers imports (HS 8542.31): 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 8542.31: Electronic integrated circuits: processors and controllers, whether or not combined with memories, converters, logic circuits, amplifiers, clock and timing circuits, or other circuits.
Common questions
What is the value of microprocessors and microcontrollers imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported microprocessors and microcontrollers worth $826.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 215 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply microprocessors and microcontrollers to the United Kingdom?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($167.1 million), followed by the United States (12%) and China (12%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 82 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 33% on the year.
What is the average import price of microprocessors and microcontrollers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $398.94 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $635.69 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of microprocessors and microcontrollers to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $849.0 million in 2017 to $826.3 million in 2024, a fall of 3%. The peak was 2022 at $1.39 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.01 billion a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export microprocessors and microcontrollers?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $353.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, the United States and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $473.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for microprocessors and microcontrollers?
The HS code for microprocessors and microcontrollers is subheading 8542.31. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8542 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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