Photo light tables exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $2.6 million of photo light tables in 2024 (58 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.1 million.
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 | $2.6M | 58 t |
| 2023 | $2.7M | 66 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 58 t |
| 2020 | $2.1M | 90 t |
| 2019 | $3.0M | 36 t |
| 2018 | $3.1M | 87 t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 60 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports photo light tables to
The largest buyer markets were United States (44%), Italy (9%), South Korea (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest (+614% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.1M | 44% |
| Italy | $225K | 8.5% |
| South Korea | $214K | 8.1% |
| Nigeria | $132K | 5% |
| Germany | $128K | 4.8% |
| France | $84K | 3.2% |
| Canada | $69K | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $56K | 2.1% |
| Australia | $51K | 1.9% |
| Poland | $50K | 1.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $45.56 per kg, 29% below the world average of $64.42, 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.
Photo light tables imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of photo light tables by the United Kingdom reached $1.7 million in 2024 (28 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from United States (23%), Poland (21%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+513% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $404K | 23% |
| Poland | $371K | 22% |
| Germany | $234K | 14% |
| Netherlands | $196K | 11% |
| China | $128K | 7.4% |
| Austria | $107K | 6.2% |
| Italy | $81K | 4.7% |
| South Korea | $78K | 4.5% |
| Taiwan | $58K | 3.4% |
| Lithuania | $14K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom photo light tables exports (HS 9010.50): 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 9010.50: Photographic laboratory apparatus and equipment: n.e.c. in item no. 9010.10, for photographic (including cinematographic) laboratories: negatoscopes.
Common questions
What is the value of photo light tables exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported photo light tables worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 58 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 84 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy photo light tables from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 44% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by Italy (9%) and South Korea (8%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 62 buyer countries in total. Nigeria grew fastest among the top ten, up 614% on the year.
What is the average export price of photo light tables per kg?
The average declared export value was about $45.56 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $64.42 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of photo light tables from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, an increase of 29%. The peak was 2022 at $4.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import photo light tables?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Poland and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $911 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for photo light tables?
The HS code for photo light tables is subheading 9010.50. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9010 page.
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