Plastic lampshade imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported plastic lampshade worth $29.5 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 205 countries. Value rose 3% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $44.0 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 | $29.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $28.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $30.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $26.7M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $20.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $28.7M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $28.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $44.0M | 2.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports plastic lampshade from
The largest suppliers were China (45%), Germany (17%), United States (6%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+63% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.2M | 45% |
| Germany | $5.1M | 17% |
| United States | $1.9M | 6.5% |
| Czech Republic | $1.8M | 6.1% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 4.9% |
| Austria | $1.2M | 4% |
| Netherlands | $1.0M | 3.5% |
| Slovakia | $698K | 2.4% |
| South Korea | $606K | 2.1% |
| Japan | $504K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.95 per kg, 80% above the world average of $10.52. 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.
Plastic lampshade exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of plastic lampshade by the United Kingdom reached $7.5 million in 2024 (438 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Germany (21%), Ireland (13%), United Arab Emirates (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+205% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.5M | 21% |
| Ireland | $1.0M | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $803K | 11% |
| Belgium | $542K | 7.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $472K | 6.3% |
| United States | $423K | 5.6% |
| Poland | $272K | 3.6% |
| China | $203K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $197K | 2.6% |
| Romania | $182K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom plastic lampshade imports (HS 9405.92): 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 9405.92: Lamps and light fittings: parts thereof, of plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic lampshade imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported plastic lampshade worth $29.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 205 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic lampshade to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($13.2 million), followed by Germany (17%) and the United States (6%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 63% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic lampshade per kg?
The average declared import value was about $18.95 per kg in 2024, 80% above the world average of $10.52 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic lampshade to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $44.0 million in 2017 to $29.5 million in 2024, a fall of 33%. The peak was 2017 at $44.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $29.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export plastic lampshade?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $7.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Ireland and the United Arab Emirates. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $21.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic lampshade?
The HS code for plastic lampshade is subheading 9405.92. It sits in HS chapter 94 (furniture; bedding, mattresses, mattress supports, cushions and similar stuffed furnishings; lamps and lighting fittings, n.e.c.; illuminated signs, illuminated name-plates and the like; prefabricated buildings). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9405 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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