Rods and wire for soldering and brazing imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $8.1 million of rods and wire for soldering and brazing in 2024 (586 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $11.9 million.
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 | $8.1M | 586 t |
| 2023 | $8.0M | 851 t |
| 2022 | $8.2M | 855 t |
| 2021 | $7.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $7.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $8.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $10.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $11.9M | 2.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports rods and wire for soldering and brazing from
The largest suppliers were United States (40%), China (20%), Malaysia (7%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+182% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.2M | 40% |
| China | $1.6M | 20% |
| Malaysia | $545K | 6.7% |
| France | $355K | 4.4% |
| Italy | $338K | 4.2% |
| Germany | $324K | 4% |
| India | $309K | 3.8% |
| Japan | $248K | 3.1% |
| Czech Republic | $233K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $199K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.80 per kg, 76% above the world average of $7.86. 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.
Rods and wire for soldering and brazing exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $5.4 million of rods and wire for soldering and brazing in 2024 (148 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Germany (15%), United Arab Emirates (9%), United States (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 30%. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+570% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $794K | 15% |
| United Arab Emirates | $482K | 8.9% |
| United States | $360K | 6.7% |
| Norway | $324K | 6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $280K | 5.2% |
| Ireland | $275K | 5.1% |
| Kuwait | $265K | 4.9% |
| China | $261K | 4.8% |
| Algeria | $184K | 3.4% |
| Qatar | $154K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom rods and wire for soldering and brazing imports (HS 8311.30): 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 8311.30: Rods and wire: coated rods and cored wire, of base metal, for soldering, brazing or welding by flame.
Common questions
What is the value of rods and wire for soldering and brazing imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported rods and wire for soldering and brazing worth $8.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 586 tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 210 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply rods and wire for soldering and brazing to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by China (20%) and Malaysia (7%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 182% on the year.
What is the average import price of rods and wire for soldering and brazing per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.80 per kg in 2024, 76% above the world average of $7.86 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of rods and wire for soldering and brazing to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.9 million in 2017 to $8.1 million in 2024, a fall of 32%. The peak was 2017 at $11.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export rods and wire for soldering and brazing?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $5.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the United Arab Emirates and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for rods and wire for soldering and brazing?
The HS code for rods and wire for soldering and brazing is subheading 8311.30. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8311 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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