Tantalum scrap imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $8.2 million of tantalum scrap in 2024 (43 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 48 countries. Value fell 49% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $23.7 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 | $8.2M | 43 t |
| 2023 | $16.3M | 112 t |
| 2022 | $16.5M | 128 t |
| 2021 | $11.1M | 52 t |
| 2020 | $5.1M | 70 t |
| 2019 | $7.4M | 144 t |
| 2018 | $23.7M | 155 t |
| 2017 | $10.8M | 69 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports tantalum scrap from
China alone supplied 55% of it. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+138% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.6M | 56% |
| United States | $1.3M | 16% |
| Japan | $584K | 7.1% |
| France | $571K | 6.9% |
| Germany | $476K | 5.8% |
| Taiwan | $297K | 3.6% |
| Austria | $105K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $99K | 1.2% |
| South Korea | $72K | 0.9% |
| Hong Kong | $70K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $191.53 per kg, 77% above the world average of $108.23. 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.
Tantalum scrap exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported tantalum scrap worth $5.2 million (27 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 40 countries for exports of this product. One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+157% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.4M | 65% |
| Australia | $1.1M | 20% |
| Germany | $649K | 12% |
| France | $87K | 1.7% |
| Austria | $22K | 0.4% |
| Hong Kong | $9K | 0.2% |
| Switzerland | $8K | 0.2% |
| India | $4K | 0.1% |
| Canada | $3K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom tantalum scrap imports (HS 8103.30): 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 8103.30: Tantalum: waste and scrap.
Common questions
What is the value of tantalum scrap imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported tantalum scrap worth $8.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 43 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 48 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply tantalum scrap to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by the United States (16%) and Japan (7%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 138% on the year.
What is the average import price of tantalum scrap per kg?
The average declared import value was about $191.53 per kg in 2024, 77% above the world average of $108.23 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of tantalum scrap to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.8 million in 2017 to $8.2 million in 2024, a fall of 24%. The peak was 2018 at $23.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export tantalum scrap?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $5.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Australia and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for tantalum scrap?
The HS code for tantalum scrap is subheading 8103.30. It sits in HS chapter 81 (metals; n.e.c., cermets and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8103 page.
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