Silver powder imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $44.3 million of silver powder in 2024 (72 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 88 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 9% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $60.6 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 | $44.3M | 72 t |
| 2023 | $48.9M | 111 t |
| 2022 | $37.3M | 60 t |
| 2021 | $46.3M | 64 t |
| 2020 | $60.6M | 99 t |
| 2019 | $59.8M | 189 t |
| 2018 | $36.7M | 329 t |
| 2017 | $42.1M | 433 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports silver powder from
United States alone supplied 83% of it. Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+129% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $36.8M | 83% |
| Switzerland | $4.3M | 9.8% |
| France | $2.0M | 4.5% |
| South Africa | $659K | 1.5% |
| Japan | $154K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $109K | 0.3% |
| Tajikistan | $84K | 0.2% |
| China | $71K | 0.2% |
| Norway | $32K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $31K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $614.96 per kg, 78% above the world average of $346.45. 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 powder exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of silver powder by the United Kingdom reached $12.8 million in 2024 (20 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+183% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $6.9M | 54% |
| Belgium | $2.9M | 23% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 16% |
| Norway | $306K | 2.4% |
| Hungary | $111K | 0.9% |
| Czech Republic | $94K | 0.7% |
| France | $87K | 0.7% |
| United States | $59K | 0.5% |
| South Korea | $59K | 0.5% |
| Israel | $58K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom silver powder imports (HS 7106.10): 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 7106.10: Metals: silver powder.
Common questions
What is the value of silver powder imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported silver powder worth $44.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 72 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 88 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply silver powder to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($36.8 million), followed by Switzerland (10%) and France (4%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 267% on the year.
What is the average import price of silver powder per kg?
The average declared import value was about $614.96 per kg in 2024, 78% above the world average of $346.45 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of silver powder to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $42.1 million in 2017 to $44.3 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2020 at $60.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $47.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export silver powder?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $12.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $31.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for silver powder?
The HS code for silver powder is subheading 7106.10. It sits in HS chapter 71 (natural, cultured pearls; precious, semi-precious stones; precious metals, metals clad with precious metal, and articles thereof; imitation jewellery; coin). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7106 page.
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