Nickel-cadmium batteries imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of nickel-cadmium batteries by the United Kingdom reached $64.1 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 198 countries. That is 4% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $64.1M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $66.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $48.3M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $28.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $26.6M | 936 t |
| 2019 | $40.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $47.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $44.1M | 1.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports nickel-cadmium batteries from
Most of the value came from France (38%), United States (33%), China (7%). Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $24.2M | 38% |
| United States | $21.0M | 33% |
| China | $4.2M | 6.5% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 6% |
| Sweden | $3.5M | 5.4% |
| Hong Kong | $1.8M | 2.8% |
| Czech Republic | $1.1M | 1.8% |
| India | $798K | 1.3% |
| Spain | $784K | 1.2% |
| Japan | $461K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $45.61 per kg, 76% above the world average of $25.85. 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-cadmium batteries exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $26.7 million of nickel-cadmium batteries in 2024 (285 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 123 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Germany (17%), Ireland (13%), Spain (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+184% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.5M | 17% |
| Ireland | $3.4M | 13% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 5.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 5.8% |
| United States | $1.4M | 5.4% |
| Italy | $960K | 3.6% |
| Austria | $890K | 3.3% |
| China | $741K | 2.8% |
| France | $696K | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $646K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom nickel-cadmium batteries imports (HS 8507.30): 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 8507.30: Electric accumulators: nickel-cadmium, including separators, whether or not rectangular (including square).
Common questions
What is the value of nickel-cadmium batteries imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported nickel-cadmium batteries worth $64.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 198 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply nickel-cadmium batteries to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($24.2 million), followed by the United States (33%) and China (7%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 85% on the year.
What is the average import price of nickel-cadmium batteries per kg?
The average declared import value was about $45.61 per kg in 2024, 76% above the world average of $25.85 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of nickel-cadmium batteries to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $44.1 million in 2017 to $64.1 million in 2024, an increase of 45%. The peak was 2023 at $66.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $45.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export nickel-cadmium batteries?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $26.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Ireland and Spain. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $37.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for nickel-cadmium batteries?
The HS code for nickel-cadmium batteries is subheading 8507.30. 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 8507 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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