Precious metal amalgams exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of precious metal amalgams by the United Kingdom reached $475.4 million in 2024 (52 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 70 countries. Value fell 43% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $1.48 billion.
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 | $475.4M | 52 t |
| 2023 | $832.0M | 92 t |
| 2022 | $1.48B | 79 t |
| 2021 | $1.38B | 68 t |
| 2020 | $876.0M | 38 t |
| 2019 | $421.6M | 88 t |
| 2018 | $322.7M | 48 t |
| 2017 | $266.6M | 44 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports precious metal amalgams to
Most of it went to North Macedonia (36%), France (23%), Malaysia (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest (+298% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| North Macedonia | $173.5M | 37% |
| France | $110.1M | 23% |
| Malaysia | $56.9M | 12% |
| Germany | $36.9M | 7.8% |
| China | $21.2M | 4.5% |
| Poland | $19.2M | 4% |
| Ireland | $9.4M | 2% |
| United States | $9.1M | 1.9% |
| Switzerland | $9.0M | 1.9% |
| Spain | $5.2M | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9,073.23 per kg, 140% above the world average of $3,778.27. 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.
Precious metal amalgams imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported precious metal amalgams worth $60.6 million (67 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Ireland (48%), Germany (16%), United States (15%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $29.4M | 49% |
| Germany | $9.5M | 16% |
| United States | $9.3M | 15% |
| South Africa | $9.2M | 15% |
| Japan | $1.4M | 2.4% |
| Poland | $670K | 1.1% |
| Switzerland | $468K | 0.8% |
| China | $212K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $104K | 0.2% |
| Netherlands | $89K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom precious metal amalgams exports (HS 2843.90): 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 2843.90: Inorganic or organic compounds of precious metals, n.e.c.: amalgams.
Common questions
What is the value of precious metal amalgams exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported precious metal amalgams worth $475.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 52 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 70 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was down 43% on 2023.
Which countries buy precious metal amalgams from the United Kingdom?
North Macedonia was the largest buyer with 36% of the value ($173.5 million), followed by France (23%) and Malaysia (12%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 52 buyer countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 298% on the year.
What is the average export price of precious metal amalgams per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9,073.23 per kg in 2024, 140% above the world average of $3,778.27 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of precious metal amalgams from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $266.6 million in 2017 to $475.4 million in 2024, an increase of 78%. The peak was 2022 at $1.48 billion. Over 8 years the average was $756.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import precious metal amalgams?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $60.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Ireland, Germany and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $414.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for precious metal amalgams?
The HS code for precious metal amalgams is subheading 2843.90. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2843 page.
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