Silver-plated flatware exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported silver-plated flatware worth $2.5 million (115 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 128 countries. That is 63% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $6.8 million.
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 | $2.5M | 115 t |
| 2023 | $6.8M | 84 t |
| 2022 | $1.6M | 94 t |
| 2021 | $1.8M | 52 t |
| 2020 | $2.2M | 93 t |
| 2019 | $3.6M | 161 t |
| 2018 | $3.7M | 181 t |
| 2017 | $3.5M | 246 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports silver-plated flatware to
The largest buyer markets were Saudi Arabia (36%), France (8%), Hong Kong (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Chile grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $919K | 36% |
| France | $205K | 8.1% |
| Hong Kong | $190K | 7.5% |
| United States | $160K | 6.3% |
| Belgium | $141K | 5.6% |
| Ireland | $131K | 5.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $114K | 4.5% |
| Chile | $68K | 2.7% |
| China | $65K | 2.6% |
| Qatar | $32K | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.89 per kg, 153% above the world average of $8.64. 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.
Silver-plated flatware imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of silver-plated flatware by the United Kingdom reached $1.6 million in 2024 (120 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 181 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were China (40%), France (13%), Israel (7%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+650% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom silver-plated flatware exports (HS 8215.10): 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 8215.10: Cutlery: sets of assorted articles (e.g. spoons, forks, ladles, skimmers, cake-servers, fish-knives, butter-knives, sugar tongs and similar), with at least one article plated with precious metal.
Common questions
What is the value of silver-plated flatware exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported silver-plated flatware worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 115 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 128 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was down 63% on 2023.
Which countries buy silver-plated flatware from the United Kingdom?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 36% of the value ($919 thousand), followed by France (8%) and Hong Kong (8%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 78 buyer countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 154% on the year.
What is the average export price of silver-plated flatware per kg?
The average declared export value was about $21.89 per kg in 2024, 153% above the world average of $8.64 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of silver-plated flatware from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $3.5 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, a fall of 27%. The peak was 2023 at $6.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import silver-plated flatware?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, France and Israel. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $935 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for silver-plated flatware?
The HS code for silver-plated flatware is subheading 8215.10. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8215 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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