Semiconductor inspection systems imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of semiconductor inspection systems by the United Kingdom reached $9.5 million in 2024 (26 tonnes). That is 13% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $18.7 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 | $9.5M | 26 t |
| 2023 | $10.9M | 28 t |
| 2022 | $18.7M | 48 t |
| 2021 | $16.0M | 51 t |
| 2020 | $18.2M | 33 t |
| 2019 | $8.6M | 27 t |
| 2018 | $10.0M | 53 t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 30 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports semiconductor inspection systems from
United States alone supplied 52% of it. Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+269% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.0M | 52% |
| Singapore | $1.3M | 14% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 11% |
| Israel | $858K | 9% |
| China | $282K | 3% |
| Japan | $251K | 2.7% |
| Canada | $159K | 1.7% |
| Morocco | $133K | 1.4% |
| South Korea | $101K | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $98K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $366.44 per kg, 32% below the world average of $536.36, 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.
Semiconductor inspection systems exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $4.2 million of semiconductor inspection systems in 2024 (10 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (45%), Thailand (6%), China (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.9M | 45% |
| Thailand | $260K | 6.3% |
| China | $213K | 5.1% |
| Israel | $207K | 5% |
| Canada | $185K | 4.5% |
| Germany | $178K | 4.3% |
| Spain | $166K | 4% |
| Switzerland | $118K | 2.8% |
| Malaysia | $108K | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $95K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom semiconductor inspection systems imports (HS 9031.41): 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 9031.41: Optical instruments and appliances: for inspecting semiconductor wafers or devices or for inspecting photomasks or reticles used in manufacturing semiconductor devices, n.e.c. in chapter 90.
Common questions
What is the value of semiconductor inspection systems imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported semiconductor inspection systems worth $9.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26 tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 134 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply semiconductor inspection systems to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($5.0 million), followed by Singapore (14%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 269% on the year.
What is the average import price of semiconductor inspection systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $366.44 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $536.36 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of semiconductor inspection systems to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $9.5 million in 2024, an increase of 73%. The peak was 2022 at $18.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export semiconductor inspection systems?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Thailand and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for semiconductor inspection systems?
The HS code for semiconductor inspection systems is subheading 9031.41. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9031 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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