Nickel alloy ingots exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $255.9 million of nickel alloy ingots in 2024 (7.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 64 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 3% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $255.9M | 7.2K t |
| 2023 | $247.7M | 7.2K t |
| 2022 | $197.6M | 6.3K t |
| 2021 | $128.5M | 5.3K t |
| 2020 | $124.7M | 5.9K t |
| 2019 | $183.2M | 9.6K t |
| 2018 | $164.0M | 9.0K t |
| 2017 | $137.1M | 10.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports nickel alloy ingots to
The largest buyer markets were United States (25%), Italy (18%), France (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+149% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $62.9M | 25% |
| Italy | $45.3M | 18% |
| France | $34.5M | 14% |
| Japan | $26.6M | 10% |
| Ireland | $22.2M | 8.7% |
| Czech Republic | $12.1M | 4.7% |
| Germany | $9.7M | 3.8% |
| Australia | $9.4M | 3.7% |
| Serbia | $5.8M | 2.3% |
| China | $5.1M | 2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $35.60 per kg, 46% above the world average of $24.42. 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.
Nickel alloy ingots imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported nickel alloy ingots worth $158.0 million (4.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 109 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from United States (40%), Australia (17%), Italy (14%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest (+588% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $63.4M | 40% |
| Australia | $27.0M | 17% |
| Italy | $22.5M | 14% |
| Norway | $19.3M | 12% |
| Belgium | $9.2M | 5.8% |
| Canada | $5.0M | 3.2% |
| Taiwan | $4.8M | 3.1% |
| China | $2.9M | 1.9% |
| South Africa | $1.5M | 0.9% |
| Germany | $698K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom nickel alloy ingots exports (HS 7502.20): 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 7502.20: Nickel: unwrought, alloys.
Common questions
What is the value of nickel alloy ingots exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported nickel alloy ingots worth $255.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 64 countries worldwide, with 18% of world exports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy nickel alloy ingots from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 25% of the value ($62.9 million), followed by Italy (18%) and France (13%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 37 buyer countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 149% on the year.
What is the average export price of nickel alloy ingots per kg?
The average declared export value was about $35.60 per kg in 2024, 46% above the world average of $24.42 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of nickel alloy ingots from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $137.1 million in 2017 to $255.9 million in 2024, an increase of 87%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $179.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import nickel alloy ingots?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $158.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Australia and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $97.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for nickel alloy ingots?
The HS code for nickel alloy ingots is subheading 7502.20. It sits in HS chapter 75 (nickel and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7502 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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