UV and infrared therapy apparatus imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported uv and infrared therapy apparatus worth $21.7 million (268 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 188 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 11% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $30.9 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 | $21.7M | 268 t |
| 2023 | $24.3M | 283 t |
| 2022 | $30.0M | 253 t |
| 2021 | $30.9M | 479 t |
| 2020 | $23.2M | 329 t |
| 2019 | $17.4M | 286 t |
| 2018 | $16.6M | 222 t |
| 2017 | $14.7M | 170 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports uv and infrared therapy apparatus from
Most of the value came from United States (28%), Italy (12%), Costa Rica (11%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+153% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $6.0M | 28% |
| Italy | $2.6M | 12% |
| Costa Rica | $2.3M | 11% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.7M | 7.9% |
| Mexico | $1.5M | 7% |
| Germany | $1.0M | 4.8% |
| China | $902K | 4.2% |
| France | $876K | 4% |
| Israel | $747K | 3.4% |
| Denmark | $701K | 3.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $81.01 per kg, 44% below the world average of $144.64, 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.
UV and infrared therapy apparatus exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $14.0 million of uv and infrared therapy apparatus in 2024 (46 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 108 countries. Most of it went to United States (20%), Germany (8%), Netherlands (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+934% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.8M | 20% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 7.9% |
| Netherlands | $1.0M | 7.5% |
| Hong Kong | $838K | 6% |
| France | $837K | 6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $705K | 5% |
| China | $638K | 4.6% |
| Czech Republic | $563K | 4% |
| South Korea | $434K | 3.1% |
| Ireland | $391K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom uv and infrared therapy apparatus imports (HS 9018.20): 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 9018.20: Medical, surgical instruments and appliances: ultra-violet or infra-red ray apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of uv and infrared therapy apparatus imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported uv and infrared therapy apparatus worth $21.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 268 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 188 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply uv and infrared therapy apparatus to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($6.0 million), followed by Italy (12%) and Costa Rica (11%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 45 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 153% on the year.
What is the average import price of uv and infrared therapy apparatus per kg?
The average declared import value was about $81.01 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $144.64 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of uv and infrared therapy apparatus to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.7 million in 2017 to $21.7 million in 2024, an increase of 48%. The peak was 2021 at $30.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export uv and infrared therapy apparatus?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $14.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $7.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for uv and infrared therapy apparatus?
The HS code for uv and infrared therapy apparatus is subheading 9018.20. 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 9018 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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