Refined copper other forms exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of refined copper other forms by the United Kingdom reached $3.8 million in 2024 (979 tonnes). Value fell 52% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $7.8 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 | $3.8M | 979 t |
| 2023 | $7.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $5.2M | 749 t |
| 2021 | $6.2M | 586 t |
| 2020 | $5.8M | 817 t |
| 2019 | $6.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $6.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $6.7M | 1.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports refined copper other forms to
One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 52% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.9M | 52% |
| Malaysia | $688K | 18% |
| United States | $247K | 6.6% |
| India | $198K | 5.3% |
| Belgium | $181K | 4.8% |
| China | $103K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $78K | 2.1% |
| Qatar | $76K | 2% |
| Taiwan | $74K | 2% |
| Ireland | $28K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.84 per kg, 56% below the world average of $8.72, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Refined copper other forms imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $2.0 million of refined copper other forms in 2024 (422 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Netherlands (42%), China (24%), Belgium (9%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+836% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $836K | 42% |
| China | $481K | 24% |
| Belgium | $186K | 9.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $174K | 8.7% |
| France | $174K | 8.7% |
| Germany | $74K | 3.7% |
| United States | $23K | 1.2% |
| Switzerland | $16K | 0.8% |
| India | $15K | 0.8% |
| Ireland | $5K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom refined copper other forms exports (HS 7403.19): 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 7403.19: Copper: refined, unwrought, n.e.c. in item no. 7403.1.
Common questions
What is the value of refined copper other forms exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported refined copper other forms worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 979 tonnes. That ranks it 44th of 120 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 52% on 2023.
Which countries buy refined copper other forms from the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest buyer with 52% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Malaysia (18%) and the United States (7%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 38 buyer countries in total. Taiwan grew fastest among the top ten, up 99% on the year.
What is the average export price of refined copper other forms per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.84 per kg in 2024, 56% below the world average of $8.72 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of refined copper other forms from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.7 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, a fall of 44%. The peak was 2023 at $7.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import refined copper other forms?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands, China and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for refined copper other forms?
The HS code for refined copper other forms is subheading 7403.19. It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7403 page.
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