Single-layer ceramic capacitors exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of single-layer ceramic capacitors by the United Kingdom reached $5.2 million in 2024 (28 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 24% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $12.3 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 | $5.2M | 28 t |
| 2023 | $6.8M | 35 t |
| 2022 | $5.9M | 44 t |
| 2021 | $7.2M | 44 t |
| 2020 | $6.0M | 91 t |
| 2019 | $9.6M | 96 t |
| 2018 | $12.3M | 113 t |
| 2017 | $6.0M | 137 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports single-layer ceramic capacitors to
The largest buyer markets were United States (20%), France (15%), Singapore (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.0M | 20% |
| France | $808K | 16% |
| Singapore | $621K | 12% |
| Germany | $475K | 9.1% |
| Turkey | $452K | 8.7% |
| Italy | $320K | 6.1% |
| Netherlands | $251K | 4.8% |
| Switzerland | $234K | 4.5% |
| Mexico | $233K | 4.5% |
| Ireland | $158K | 3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $189.68 per kg, 441% above the world average of $35.04. 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.
Single-layer ceramic capacitors imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported single-layer ceramic capacitors worth $4.9 million (91 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were China (32%), United States (17%), Japan (11%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest (+514% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.6M | 32% |
| United States | $835K | 17% |
| Japan | $545K | 11% |
| Czech Republic | $507K | 10% |
| Germany | $478K | 9.8% |
| Malaysia | $200K | 4.1% |
| Spain | $146K | 3% |
| Hong Kong | $92K | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $83K | 1.7% |
| Mexico | $79K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom single-layer ceramic capacitors exports (HS 8532.23): 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 8532.23: Electrical capacitors: fixed, ceramic dielectric, single layer.
Common questions
What is the value of single-layer ceramic capacitors exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported single-layer ceramic capacitors worth $5.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 28 tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 88 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries buy single-layer ceramic capacitors from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 20% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by France (15%) and Singapore (12%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 55 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 35% on the year.
What is the average export price of single-layer ceramic capacitors per kg?
The average declared export value was about $189.68 per kg in 2024, 441% above the world average of $35.04 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of single-layer ceramic capacitors from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.0 million in 2017 to $5.2 million in 2024, a fall of 13%. The peak was 2018 at $12.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import single-layer ceramic capacitors?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $4.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United States and Japan. That compares with exports of $5.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for single-layer ceramic capacitors?
The HS code for single-layer ceramic capacitors is subheading 8532.23. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8532 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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