Pure aluminium sheet other shapes imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of pure aluminium sheet other shapes by the United Kingdom reached $30.9 million in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 188 countries. That is 18% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $56.6 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 | $30.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $37.7M | 11.2K t |
| 2022 | $43.8M | 10.5K t |
| 2021 | $56.6M | 13.8K t |
| 2020 | $29.4M | 9.3K t |
| 2019 | $34.1M | 10.8K t |
| 2018 | $40.4M | 11.5K t |
| 2017 | $47.1M | 15.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports pure aluminium sheet other shapes from
China alone supplied 66% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+119% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.4M | 66% |
| Turkey | $3.6M | 12% |
| Germany | $3.1M | 10% |
| Slovenia | $731K | 2.4% |
| Greece | $633K | 2.1% |
| South Africa | $542K | 1.8% |
| Italy | $534K | 1.7% |
| United States | $391K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $207K | 0.7% |
| Portugal | $179K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.21 per kg, 228% above the world average of $3.72. 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.
Pure aluminium sheet other shapes exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.6 million of pure aluminium sheet other shapes in 2024 (109 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Ireland (27%), South Korea (15%), Germany (12%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+954% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $432K | 27% |
| South Korea | $241K | 15% |
| Germany | $191K | 12% |
| United States | $148K | 9.4% |
| Netherlands | $147K | 9.3% |
| India | $115K | 7.3% |
| Austria | $85K | 5.4% |
| China | $33K | 2.1% |
| Slovenia | $27K | 1.7% |
| Sweden | $26K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom pure aluminium sheet other shapes imports (HS 7606.91): 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 7606.91: Aluminium: plates, sheets and strip, thickness exceeding 0.2mm, not alloyed, (not rectangular or square).
Common questions
What is the value of pure aluminium sheet other shapes imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported pure aluminium sheet other shapes worth $30.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 188 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply pure aluminium sheet other shapes to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($20.4 million), followed by Turkey (12%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 88%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 826% on the year.
What is the average import price of pure aluminium sheet other shapes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.21 per kg in 2024, 228% above the world average of $3.72 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of pure aluminium sheet other shapes to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $47.1 million in 2017 to $30.9 million in 2024, a fall of 34%. The peak was 2021 at $56.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $40.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export pure aluminium sheet other shapes?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, South Korea and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $29.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for pure aluminium sheet other shapes?
The HS code for pure aluminium sheet other shapes is subheading 7606.91. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7606 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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