TV camera tubes imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported tv camera tubes worth $29.3 million (10 tonnes). It ranks 5th of 125 countries for imports of this product. That is 4% more than in 2023. 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 | $29.3M | 10 t |
| 2023 | $28.3M | 10 t |
| 2022 | $20.8M | 11 t |
| 2021 | $27.8M | 13 t |
| 2020 | $13.2M | 7 t |
| 2019 | $14.7M | 14 t |
| 2018 | $19.6M | 17 t |
| 2017 | $23.0M | 11 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports tv camera tubes from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+147% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $15.0M | 51% |
| United States | $5.5M | 19% |
| Japan | $4.2M | 14% |
| Netherlands | $3.4M | 12% |
| China | $617K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $239K | 0.8% |
| Australia | $122K | 0.4% |
| Canada | $78K | 0.3% |
| Mexico | $38K | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | $37K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2,993.06 per kg, 142% above the world average of $1,236.29. 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.
TV camera tubes exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $14.9 million of tv camera tubes in 2024 (8 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 68 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were United States (25%), Germany (19%), South Africa (11%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.7M | 25% |
| Germany | $2.8M | 19% |
| South Africa | $1.7M | 11% |
| France | $1.3M | 9% |
| China | $980K | 6.6% |
| Netherlands | $800K | 5.4% |
| India | $742K | 5% |
| Czech Republic | $519K | 3.5% |
| Ireland | $391K | 2.6% |
| Singapore | $376K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom tv camera tubes imports (HS 8540.20): 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 8540.20: Tubes: television camera tubes, image converters and intensifiers, other photo-cathode tubes.
Common questions
What is the value of tv camera tubes imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported tv camera tubes worth $29.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 125 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply tv camera tubes to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($15.0 million), followed by the United States (19%) and Japan (14%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 147% on the year.
What is the average import price of tv camera tubes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2,993.06 per kg in 2024, 142% above the world average of $1,236.29 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of tv camera tubes to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.0 million in 2017 to $29.3 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $22.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export tv camera tubes?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $14.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and South Africa. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $14.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for tv camera tubes?
The HS code for tv camera tubes is subheading 8540.20. 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 8540 page.
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