Vitrifiable enamels and glazes imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $8.3 million of vitrifiable enamels and glazes in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 15% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $11.5 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 | $8.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $9.8M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $10.2M | 5.5K t |
| 2021 | $5.8M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $3.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $6.2M | 4.4K t |
| 2018 | $11.5M | 13.8K t |
| 2017 | $8.2M | 9.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports vitrifiable enamels and glazes from
The largest suppliers were Spain (40%), United States (24%), Germany (18%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+557% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $3.3M | 40% |
| United States | $2.0M | 24% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 18% |
| Italy | $287K | 3.4% |
| Japan | $261K | 3.1% |
| France | $256K | 3.1% |
| Canada | $198K | 2.4% |
| Switzerland | $169K | 2% |
| Austria | $127K | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $69K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.88 per kg, 292% above the world average of $0.99. 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.
Vitrifiable enamels and glazes exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $6.1 million of vitrifiable enamels and glazes in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were China (23%), Belgium (23%), France (8%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+318% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 23% |
| Belgium | $1.4M | 23% |
| France | $501K | 8.3% |
| India | $485K | 8% |
| Poland | $446K | 7.4% |
| Czech Republic | $417K | 6.9% |
| Germany | $188K | 3.1% |
| Romania | $151K | 2.5% |
| Brazil | $130K | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $107K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom vitrifiable enamels and glazes imports (HS 3207.20): 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 3207.20: Enamels and glazes: vitrifiable enamels and glazes, engobes (slips) and similar preparations.
Common questions
What is the value of vitrifiable enamels and glazes imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported vitrifiable enamels and glazes worth $8.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 169 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply vitrifiable enamels and glazes to the United Kingdom?
Spain was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by the United States (24%) and Germany (18%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 557% on the year.
What is the average import price of vitrifiable enamels and glazes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.88 per kg in 2024, 292% above the world average of $0.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vitrifiable enamels and glazes to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.2 million in 2017 to $8.3 million in 2024, an increase of 2%. The peak was 2018 at $11.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $8.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export vitrifiable enamels and glazes?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $6.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Belgium and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for vitrifiable enamels and glazes?
The HS code for vitrifiable enamels and glazes is subheading 3207.20. It sits in HS chapter 32 (tanning or dyeing extracts; tannins and their derivatives; dyes, pigments and other colouring matter; paints, varnishes; putty, other mastics; inks). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3207 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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