Welding electrode coating imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported welding electrode coating worth $13.5 million (3.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 5% less 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 | $13.5M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $14.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $12.1M | 3.6K t |
| 2021 | $11.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2020 | $9.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $13.0M | 5.4K t |
| 2018 | $13.0M | 4.6K t |
| 2017 | $15.6M | 6.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports welding electrode coating from
The largest suppliers were United States (36%), Germany (30%), France (15%). Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+115% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.8M | 36% |
| Germany | $4.0M | 30% |
| France | $2.1M | 15% |
| Belgium | $526K | 3.9% |
| Czech Republic | $525K | 3.9% |
| Poland | $400K | 3% |
| China | $269K | 2% |
| Italy | $168K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $138K | 1% |
| Hungary | $114K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.92 per kg, 24% above the world average of $3.15. 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.
Welding electrode coating exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported welding electrode coating worth $6.5 million (1.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United States (21%), India (13%), Hong Kong (4%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.3M | 21% |
| India | $853K | 13% |
| Hong Kong | $262K | 4.1% |
| Belgium | $254K | 3.9% |
| China | $254K | 3.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $253K | 3.9% |
| Italy | $238K | 3.7% |
| Germany | $236K | 3.6% |
| Mexico | $208K | 3.2% |
| Ireland | $192K | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom welding electrode coating imports (HS 3810.90): 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 3810.90: Fluxes and other auxiliary preparations: for soldering, brazing or welding, or preparations used as cores or coatings for welding electrodes or rods.
Common questions
What is the value of welding electrode coating imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported welding electrode coating worth $13.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 207 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply welding electrode coating to the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($4.8 million), followed by Germany (30%) and France (15%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 115% on the year.
What is the average import price of welding electrode coating per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.92 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $3.15 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of welding electrode coating to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.6 million in 2017 to $13.5 million in 2024, a fall of 14%. The peak was 2017 at $15.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export welding electrode coating?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $6.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, India and Hong Kong. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $7.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for welding electrode coating?
The HS code for welding electrode coating is subheading 3810.90. It sits in HS chapter 38 (chemical products n.e.c.). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3810 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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