Railway component (other) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $27.5 million of railway component (other) in 2024 (7.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 108 countries for exports of this product. That is 66% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $81.7 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 | $27.5M | 7.3K t |
| 2023 | $81.7M | 23.9K t |
| 2022 | $54.4M | 18.8K t |
| 2021 | $45.2M | 16.5K t |
| 2020 | $31.1M | 10.1K t |
| 2019 | $33.5M | 13.7K t |
| 2018 | $47.1M | 23.5K t |
| 2017 | $38.3M | 15.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports railway component (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Belgium (23%), Norway (16%), Sweden (16%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+383% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $6.4M | 24% |
| Norway | $4.4M | 16% |
| Sweden | $4.4M | 16% |
| Denmark | $2.0M | 7.4% |
| Uzbekistan | $1.5M | 5.6% |
| India | $1.3M | 4.8% |
| Germany | $817K | 3% |
| France | $649K | 2.4% |
| Japan | $530K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $529K | 1.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.76 per kg, 63% above the world average of $2.30. 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.
Railway component (other) imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported railway component (other) worth $11.2 million (5.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Most of the value came from Australia (41%), China (31%), Germany (11%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $4.6M | 41% |
| China | $3.4M | 31% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 11% |
| Switzerland | $495K | 4.4% |
| South Korea | $271K | 2.4% |
| France | $163K | 1.5% |
| Vietnam | $153K | 1.4% |
| United States | $152K | 1.4% |
| Spain | $141K | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $124K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom railway component (other) exports (HS 7302.90): 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 7302.90: Iron or steel, railway or tramway track construction material: n.e.c. in heading no. 7302.
Common questions
What is the value of railway component (other) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported railway component (other) worth $27.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 108 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 66% on 2023.
Which countries buy railway component (other) from the United Kingdom?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($6.4 million), followed by Norway (16%) and Sweden (16%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 68 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 383% on the year.
What is the average export price of railway component (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.76 per kg in 2024, 63% above the world average of $2.30 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of railway component (other) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $38.3 million in 2017 to $27.5 million in 2024, a fall of 28%. The peak was 2023 at $81.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $44.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import railway component (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $11.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Australia, China and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $16.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for railway component (other)?
The HS code for railway component (other) is subheading 7302.90. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7302 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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