Resistor parts exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $6.1 million of resistor parts in 2024 (42 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is 57% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average.
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 | $6.1M | 42 t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 35 t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 27 t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 37 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 45 t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 26 t |
| 2018 | $2.9M | 36 t |
| 2017 | $2.1M | 21 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports resistor parts to
Most of it went to Japan (17%), United States (16%), Australia (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $1.1M | 17% |
| United States | $958K | 16% |
| Australia | $756K | 12% |
| Mexico | $584K | 9.5% |
| China | $470K | 7.7% |
| Netherlands | $386K | 6.3% |
| Singapore | $229K | 3.7% |
| Ireland | $211K | 3.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $189K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $174K | 2.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $146.72 per kg, 482% above the world average of $25.19. 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.
Resistor parts imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of resistor parts by the United Kingdom reached $3.5 million in 2024 (69 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from China (18%), Taiwan (15%), Turkey (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 45%. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $616K | 18% |
| Taiwan | $519K | 15% |
| Turkey | $428K | 12% |
| Germany | $302K | 8.7% |
| United States | $284K | 8.2% |
| Netherlands | $276K | 7.9% |
| Japan | $171K | 4.9% |
| Mexico | $129K | 3.7% |
| Italy | $123K | 3.5% |
| Switzerland | $77K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom resistor parts exports (HS 8533.90): 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 8533.90: Resistors: parts of the resistors of heading no. 8533.
Common questions
What is the value of resistor parts exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported resistor parts worth $6.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 42 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 98 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 57% on 2023.
Which countries buy resistor parts from the United Kingdom?
Japan was the largest buyer with 17% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by the United States (16%) and Australia (12%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 72 buyer countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 968% on the year.
What is the average export price of resistor parts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $146.72 per kg in 2024, 482% above the world average of $25.19 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of resistor parts from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $2.1 million in 2017 to $6.1 million in 2024, an increase of 200%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import resistor parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $3.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Taiwan and Turkey. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for resistor parts?
The HS code for resistor parts is subheading 8533.90. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8533 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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