Tungsten wire imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported tungsten wire worth $3.0 million (9 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
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 | $3.0M | 9 t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 8 t |
| 2022 | $2.1M | 13 t |
| 2021 | $1.9M | 28 t |
| 2020 | $1.5M | 10 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 8 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 8 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 10 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports tungsten wire from
One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.6M | 54% |
| China | $868K | 29% |
| Sweden | $197K | 6.6% |
| Germany | $102K | 3.4% |
| India | $52K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $43K | 1.4% |
| France | $29K | 1% |
| Austria | $22K | 0.8% |
| Switzerland | $19K | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $16K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $325.78 per kg, 750% above the world average of $38.33. 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.
Tungsten wire exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported tungsten wire worth $1.2 million (6 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were South Africa (29%), Poland (12%), China (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $343K | 29% |
| Poland | $144K | 12% |
| China | $130K | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $97K | 8.1% |
| Turkey | $85K | 7.1% |
| France | $75K | 6.3% |
| United States | $65K | 5.4% |
| Germany | $38K | 3.2% |
| Italy | $33K | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $27K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom tungsten wire imports (HS 8101.96): 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 8101.96: Tungsten (wolfram): wire.
Common questions
What is the value of tungsten wire imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported tungsten wire worth $3.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 148 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply tungsten wire to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by China (29%) and Sweden (7%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 394% on the year.
What is the average import price of tungsten wire per kg?
The average declared import value was about $325.78 per kg in 2024, 750% above the world average of $38.33 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of tungsten wire to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $3.0 million in 2024, an increase of 96%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export tungsten wire?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Poland and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for tungsten wire?
The HS code for tungsten wire is subheading 8101.96. 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 8101 page.
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