Nickel alloy tubes exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $130.4 million of nickel alloy tubes in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 73 countries for exports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $130.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $128.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $89.5M | 2.3K t |
| 2021 | $79.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $81.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $80.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $80.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $73.6M | 1.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports nickel alloy tubes to
The largest buyer markets were United States (32%), Netherlands (9%), Norway (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Austria grew fastest (+273% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $42.0M | 32% |
| Netherlands | $11.4M | 8.7% |
| Norway | $10.8M | 8.3% |
| Qatar | $9.2M | 7.1% |
| France | $7.9M | 6% |
| Singapore | $5.8M | 4.4% |
| South Korea | $4.0M | 3% |
| China | $3.5M | 2.7% |
| Germany | $3.4M | 2.6% |
| Austria | $3.1M | 2.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $67.88 per kg, 31% above the world average of $52.01. 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 tubes imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported nickel alloy tubes worth $45.5 million (638 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 139 countries. Most of the value came from United States (26%), Germany (24%), Italy (11%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $11.9M | 26% |
| Germany | $11.0M | 24% |
| Italy | $4.9M | 11% |
| Austria | $4.0M | 8.8% |
| France | $3.1M | 6.8% |
| Spain | $2.5M | 5.5% |
| Japan | $2.1M | 4.7% |
| Norway | $1.5M | 3.3% |
| China | $962K | 2.1% |
| India | $810K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom nickel alloy tubes exports (HS 7507.12): 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 7507.12: Nickel: tubes and pipes, of nickel alloys.
Common questions
What is the value of nickel alloy tubes exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported nickel alloy tubes worth $130.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 73 countries worldwide, with 10% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy nickel alloy tubes from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($42.0 million), followed by the Netherlands (9%) and Norway (8%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 68 buyer countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 273% on the year.
What is the average export price of nickel alloy tubes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $67.88 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $52.01 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of nickel alloy tubes from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $73.6 million in 2017 to $130.4 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $93.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import nickel alloy tubes?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $45.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Germany and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $85.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for nickel alloy tubes?
The HS code for nickel alloy tubes is subheading 7507.12. It sits in HS chapter 75 (nickel and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7507 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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