Silver semi-manufactured forms imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported silver semi-manufactured forms worth $316.6 million (461 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 170 countries. Value fell 12% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $909.5 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 | $316.6M | 461 t |
| 2023 | $359.6M | 542 t |
| 2022 | $531.0M | 945 t |
| 2021 | $909.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $321.4M | 473 t |
| 2019 | $362.3M | 828 t |
| 2018 | $320.0M | 771 t |
| 2017 | $270.2M | 477 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports silver semi-manufactured forms from
Most of the value came from India (33%), Spain (23%), Germany (17%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $105.1M | 33% |
| Spain | $72.2M | 23% |
| Germany | $53.3M | 17% |
| Sweden | $27.2M | 8.6% |
| Poland | $24.5M | 7.7% |
| United States | $9.3M | 2.9% |
| Australia | $8.2M | 2.6% |
| Italy | $8.1M | 2.6% |
| France | $3.4M | 1.1% |
| Switzerland | $1.2M | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $686.34 per kg, 55% above the world average of $441.98. 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 semi-manufactured forms exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported silver semi-manufactured forms worth $83.9 million (157 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Germany alone took 65% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+655% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $54.3M | 65% |
| Belgium | $20.8M | 25% |
| United States | $2.9M | 3.4% |
| Japan | $1.5M | 1.8% |
| France | $1.3M | 1.5% |
| Ireland | $800K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $279K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $274K | 0.3% |
| Poland | $167K | 0.2% |
| Hungary | $162K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom silver semi-manufactured forms imports (HS 7106.92): 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 7106.92: Metals: silver, semi-manufactured.
Common questions
What is the value of silver semi-manufactured forms imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported silver semi-manufactured forms worth $316.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 461 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 170 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply silver semi-manufactured forms to the United Kingdom?
India was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($105.1 million), followed by Spain (23%) and Germany (17%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 214% on the year.
What is the average import price of silver semi-manufactured forms per kg?
The average declared import value was about $686.34 per kg in 2024, 55% above the world average of $441.98 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 semi-manufactured forms to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $270.2 million in 2017 to $316.6 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. The peak was 2021 at $909.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $423.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export silver semi-manufactured forms?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $83.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Belgium and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $232.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for silver semi-manufactured forms?
The HS code for silver semi-manufactured forms is subheading 7106.92. 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.
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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