Multilayer ceramic capacitors imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of multilayer ceramic capacitors by the United Kingdom reached $65.1 million in 2024 (894 tonnes). Value fell 28% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $157.9 million.
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 | $65.1M | 894 t |
| 2023 | $90.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $107.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $85.2M | 3.4K t |
| 2020 | $63.8M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $157.9M | 7.9K t |
| 2018 | $155.7M | 5.9K t |
| 2017 | $90.5M | 3.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports multilayer ceramic capacitors from
The largest suppliers were Japan (17%), United States (11%), Germany (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 39%. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+512% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $11.1M | 17% |
| United States | $7.4M | 11% |
| Germany | $6.9M | 11% |
| Poland | $6.5M | 10% |
| China | $6.1M | 9.4% |
| Mexico | $4.7M | 7.2% |
| Belgium | $3.8M | 5.8% |
| Philippines | $3.1M | 4.8% |
| Taiwan | $3.0M | 4.6% |
| Malaysia | $2.5M | 3.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $72.76 per kg, 46% below the world average of $133.86, 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.
Multilayer ceramic capacitors exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of multilayer ceramic capacitors by the United Kingdom reached $62.3 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to United States (43%), Malaysia (19%), Czech Republic (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+304% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $26.9M | 43% |
| Malaysia | $11.8M | 19% |
| Czech Republic | $4.5M | 7.3% |
| Germany | $4.1M | 6.6% |
| Ireland | $2.3M | 3.7% |
| China | $1.7M | 2.7% |
| France | $1.3M | 2.2% |
| Singapore | $1.2M | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $1.0M | 1.6% |
| Hong Kong | $797K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom multilayer ceramic capacitors imports (HS 8532.24): 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 8532.24: Electrical capacitors: fixed, ceramic dielectric, multilayer.
Common questions
What is the value of multilayer ceramic capacitors imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported multilayer ceramic capacitors worth $65.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 894 tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 149 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply multilayer ceramic capacitors to the United Kingdom?
Japan was the largest supplier with 17% of the value ($11.1 million), followed by the United States (11%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 39%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 512% on the year.
What is the average import price of multilayer ceramic capacitors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $72.76 per kg in 2024, 46% below the world average of $133.86 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of multilayer ceramic capacitors to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $90.5 million in 2017 to $65.1 million in 2024, a fall of 28%. The peak was 2019 at $157.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $102.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export multilayer ceramic capacitors?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $62.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Malaysia and the Czech Republic. That compares with imports of $65.1 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for multilayer ceramic capacitors?
The HS code for multilayer ceramic capacitors is subheading 8532.24. 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 8532 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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