Prefabricated concrete elements imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported prefabricated concrete elements worth $196.8 million (331.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 201 countries for imports of this product. That is 6% 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 | $196.8M | 331.8K t |
| 2023 | $210.4M | 390.1K t |
| 2022 | $173.6M | 360.9K t |
| 2021 | $118.7M | 217.3K t |
| 2020 | $78.6M | 193.3K t |
| 2019 | $119.3M | 348.0K t |
| 2018 | $154.1M | 403.1K t |
| 2017 | $155.6M | 412.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports prefabricated concrete elements from
One supplier dominates: Ireland accounted for 57% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+114% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $112.1M | 57% |
| Poland | $19.9M | 10% |
| Belgium | $17.5M | 8.9% |
| Netherlands | $13.1M | 6.7% |
| Germany | $11.3M | 5.8% |
| Czech Republic | $6.3M | 3.2% |
| Lithuania | $5.9M | 3% |
| France | $3.2M | 1.7% |
| Spain | $2.3M | 1.2% |
| Latvia | $1.3M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.59 per kg, 111% above the world average of $0.28. 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.
Prefabricated concrete elements exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported prefabricated concrete elements worth $18.1 million (42.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Ireland alone took 79% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Norway grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $14.4M | 79% |
| Norway | $952K | 5.3% |
| France | $624K | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $424K | 2.3% |
| Belgium | $164K | 0.9% |
| Colombia | $143K | 0.8% |
| Czech Republic | $141K | 0.8% |
| Israel | $125K | 0.7% |
| Angola | $119K | 0.7% |
| Senegal | $114K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom prefabricated concrete elements imports (HS 6810.91): 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 6810.91: Cement, concrete or artificial stone: prefabricated structural components for building or civil engineering, whether or not reinforced.
Common questions
What is the value of prefabricated concrete elements imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported prefabricated concrete elements worth $196.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 331.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 201 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply prefabricated concrete elements to the United Kingdom?
Ireland was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($112.1 million), followed by Poland (10%) and Belgium (9%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 114% on the year.
What is the average import price of prefabricated concrete elements per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.59 per kg in 2024, 111% above the world average of $0.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of prefabricated concrete elements to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $155.6 million in 2017 to $196.8 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. The peak was 2023 at $210.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $150.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export prefabricated concrete elements?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $18.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Norway and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $178.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for prefabricated concrete elements?
The HS code for prefabricated concrete elements is subheading 6810.91. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6810 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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