Spring washers imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $22.7 million of spring washers in 2024 (3.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 214 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $22.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2023 | $22.6M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $21.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $17.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $15.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2019 | $16.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $17.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $13.7M | 1.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports spring washers from
The largest suppliers were Germany (24%), United States (23%), Sweden (15%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+319% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $5.4M | 24% |
| United States | $5.2M | 23% |
| Sweden | $3.3M | 15% |
| China | $2.3M | 10% |
| Ireland | $1.2M | 5.2% |
| France | $882K | 3.9% |
| Poland | $593K | 2.6% |
| Canada | $509K | 2.3% |
| Italy | $481K | 2.1% |
| Japan | $422K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.07 per kg, 23% below the world average of $9.21, 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.
Spring washers exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported spring washers worth $20.3 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 170 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Germany (16%), United States (10%), Saudi Arabia (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 34%. Among the main buyer markets, Oman grew fastest (+784% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.1M | 16% |
| United States | $2.1M | 10% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.7M | 8.5% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 6.2% |
| France | $1.2M | 5.7% |
| China | $833K | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $799K | 3.9% |
| India | $612K | 3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $547K | 2.7% |
| Oman | $544K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom spring washers imports (HS 7318.21): 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 7318.21: Iron or steel: non-threaded spring washers and other lock washers.
Common questions
What is the value of spring washers imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported spring washers worth $22.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 214 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply spring washers to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by the United States (23%) and Sweden (15%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 58 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 319% on the year.
What is the average import price of spring washers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.07 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $9.21 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of spring washers to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.7 million in 2017 to $22.7 million in 2024, an increase of 65%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $18.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export spring washers?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $20.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the United States and Saudi Arabia. That compares with imports of $22.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for spring washers?
The HS code for spring washers is subheading 7318.21. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7318 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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