Remelting scrap ingots imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported remelting scrap ingots worth $2.7 million (575 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 54 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 32% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% a year on average.
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 | $2.7M | 575 t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 584 t |
| 2022 | $336K | 52 t |
| 2021 | $159K | 12 t |
| 2020 | $167K | 273 t |
| 2019 | $1.0M | 3.5K t |
| 2018 | $816K | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $516K | 222 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports remelting scrap ingots from
Germany alone supplied 77% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+114% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.1M | 77% |
| Netherlands | $581K | 21% |
| United States | $28K | 1% |
| China | $5K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.71 per kg, 924% above the world average of $0.46. 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.
Remelting scrap ingots exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of remelting scrap ingots by the United Kingdom reached $2.4 million in 2024 (5.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 4%. One buyer market dominates: Kenya accounted for 86% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya | $2.0M | 86% |
| India | $317K | 13% |
| New Zealand | $12K | 0.5% |
| Ireland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom remelting scrap ingots imports (HS 7204.50): 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 7204.50: Ferrous products: remelting scrap ingots.
Common questions
What is the value of remelting scrap ingots imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported remelting scrap ingots worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 575 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 54 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply remelting scrap ingots to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by the Netherlands (21%) and the United States (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 4 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 114% on the year.
What is the average import price of remelting scrap ingots per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.71 per kg in 2024, 924% above the world average of $0.46 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of remelting scrap ingots to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $516 thousand in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, an increase of 424%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $968 thousand a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export remelting scrap ingots?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kenya, India and New Zealand. That compares with imports of $2.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for remelting scrap ingots?
The HS code for remelting scrap ingots is subheading 7204.50. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7204 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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