Scandium and yttrium metals imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of scandium and yttrium metals by the United Kingdom reached $2.4 million in 2024 (82 tonnes). Value fell 38% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $4.6 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 | $2.4M | 82 t |
| 2023 | $3.9M | 76 t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 102 t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 101 t |
| 2020 | $1.7M | 176 t |
| 2019 | $2.7M | 79 t |
| 2018 | $2.8M | 306 t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 65 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports scandium and yttrium metals from
China alone supplied 82% of it. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+158% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.0M | 82% |
| Thailand | $212K | 8.8% |
| United States | $121K | 5% |
| Germany | $46K | 1.9% |
| Austria | $16K | 0.7% |
| Taiwan | $13K | 0.6% |
| France | $11K | 0.5% |
| Netherlands | $9K | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | $3K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $29.29 per kg, 155% above the world average of $11.48. 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.
Scandium and yttrium metals exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of scandium and yttrium metals by the United Kingdom reached $1.2 million in 2024 (10 tonnes). Most of it went to United States (48%), Australia (27%), France (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+580% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $571K | 48% |
| Australia | $319K | 27% |
| France | $73K | 6.1% |
| Germany | $66K | 5.6% |
| Japan | $24K | 2% |
| Netherlands | $23K | 1.9% |
| Canada | $16K | 1.3% |
| Czech Republic | $15K | 1.2% |
| South Africa | $10K | 0.8% |
| Israel | $9K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom scandium and yttrium metals imports (HS 2805.30): 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 2805.30: Earth-metals, rare: scandium and yttrium, whether or not intermixed or interalloyed.
Common questions
What is the value of scandium and yttrium metals imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported scandium and yttrium metals worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 82 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 84 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries supply scandium and yttrium metals to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($2.0 million), followed by Thailand (9%) and the United States (5%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 628% on the year.
What is the average import price of scandium and yttrium metals per kg?
The average declared import value was about $29.29 per kg in 2024, 155% above the world average of $11.48 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of scandium and yttrium metals to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, a fall of 0%. The peak was 2022 at $4.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export scandium and yttrium metals?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Australia and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for scandium and yttrium metals?
The HS code for scandium and yttrium metals is subheading 2805.30. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2805 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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