Refillable lighter imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $25.6 million of refillable lighter in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 193 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 5% from 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 | $25.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $26.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $26.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $30.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $20.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $20.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $25.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $18.9M | 2.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports refillable lighter from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 56% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.2M | 56% |
| Spain | $8.5M | 33% |
| France | $716K | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $587K | 2.3% |
| Vietnam | $305K | 1.2% |
| Switzerland | $175K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $155K | 0.6% |
| United States | $142K | 0.6% |
| Romania | $114K | 0.5% |
| India | $113K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.97 per kg, 39% above the world average of $7.90. 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.
Refillable lighter exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of refillable lighter by the United Kingdom reached $2.1 million in 2024 (105 tonnes). Most of it went to France (23%), Ireland (19%), Netherlands (16%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $490K | 23% |
| Ireland | $399K | 19% |
| Netherlands | $335K | 16% |
| Israel | $285K | 14% |
| Germany | $164K | 7.8% |
| Hong Kong | $81K | 3.9% |
| China | $71K | 3.4% |
| Japan | $60K | 2.8% |
| United States | $45K | 2.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $44K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom refillable lighter imports (HS 9613.20): 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 9613.20: Lighters: pocket, cigarette, gas fuelled, refillable.
Common questions
What is the value of refillable lighter imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported refillable lighter worth $25.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 193 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply refillable lighter to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($14.2 million), followed by Spain (33%) and France (3%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 37 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 215% on the year.
What is the average import price of refillable lighter per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.97 per kg in 2024, 39% above the world average of $7.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of refillable lighter to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $18.9 million in 2017 to $25.6 million in 2024, an increase of 35%. The peak was 2021 at $30.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export refillable lighter?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Ireland and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $23.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for refillable lighter?
The HS code for refillable lighter is subheading 9613.20. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9613 page.
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