Utility meter parts exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of utility meter parts by the United Kingdom reached $19.2 million in 2024 (564 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value fell 45% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $43.7 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 | $19.2M | 564 t |
| 2023 | $35.2M | 802 t |
| 2022 | $38.0M | 877 t |
| 2021 | $37.8M | 829 t |
| 2020 | $28.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $37.4M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $43.7M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $37.9M | 2.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports utility meter parts to
The largest buyer markets were Slovakia (30%), United States (21%), Australia (5%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+737% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Slovakia | $5.8M | 30% |
| United States | $4.1M | 21% |
| Australia | $964K | 5% |
| South Africa | $684K | 3.6% |
| Ireland | $647K | 3.4% |
| France | $592K | 3.1% |
| Poland | $542K | 2.8% |
| Sweden | $537K | 2.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $464K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $449K | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.09 per kg, 52% above the world average of $22.49. 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.
Utility meter parts imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported utility meter parts worth $18.6 million (368 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from Vietnam (24%), China (20%), United States (9%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+106% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $4.4M | 24% |
| China | $3.7M | 20% |
| United States | $1.8M | 9.5% |
| India | $1.7M | 8.9% |
| Malaysia | $812K | 4.4% |
| Poland | $748K | 4% |
| Ireland | $699K | 3.8% |
| Germany | $673K | 3.6% |
| Canada | $490K | 2.6% |
| Greece | $472K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom utility meter parts exports (HS 9028.90): 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 9028.90: Meters: parts and accessories of gas, liquid, electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of utility meter parts exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported utility meter parts worth $19.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 564 tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 124 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 45% on 2023.
Which countries buy utility meter parts from the United Kingdom?
Slovakia was the largest buyer with 30% of the value ($5.8 million), followed by the United States (21%) and Australia (5%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 89 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 737% on the year.
What is the average export price of utility meter parts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $34.09 per kg in 2024, 52% above the world average of $22.49 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of utility meter parts from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $37.9 million in 2017 to $19.2 million in 2024, a fall of 49%. The peak was 2018 at $43.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import utility meter parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $18.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Vietnam, China and the United States. That compares with exports of $19.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for utility meter parts?
The HS code for utility meter parts is subheading 9028.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9028 page.
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