Winding wire (non-copper) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of winding wire (non-copper) by the United Kingdom reached $14.4 million in 2024 (608 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 64% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $24.1 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 | $14.4M | 608 t |
| 2023 | $8.8M | 522 t |
| 2022 | $13.1M | 479 t |
| 2021 | $14.5M | 479 t |
| 2020 | $21.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $22.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $24.1M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $21.1M | 2.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports winding wire (non-copper) from
The largest suppliers were India (28%), China (24%), Germany (16%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.0M | 28% |
| China | $3.4M | 24% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 16% |
| United States | $1.4M | 10% |
| Norway | $900K | 6.2% |
| Italy | $462K | 3.2% |
| Canada | $204K | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $173K | 1.2% |
| Japan | $163K | 1.1% |
| Sri Lanka | $152K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.75 per kg, 224% above the world average of $7.32. 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.
Winding wire (non-copper) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $6.0 million of winding wire (non-copper) in 2024 (202 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Switzerland (13%), United States (12%), United Arab Emirates (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 32%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+601% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $758K | 13% |
| United States | $729K | 12% |
| United Arab Emirates | $457K | 7.6% |
| Norway | $340K | 5.6% |
| India | $295K | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $233K | 3.9% |
| Pakistan | $229K | 3.8% |
| Turkey | $203K | 3.4% |
| Israel | $181K | 3% |
| Belgium | $162K | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom winding wire (non-copper) imports (HS 8544.19): 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 8544.19: Insulated electric conductors: winding wire, (of other than copper).
Common questions
What is the value of winding wire (non-copper) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported winding wire (non-copper) worth $14.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 608 tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 211 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 64% on 2023.
Which countries supply winding wire (non-copper) to the United Kingdom?
India was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by China (24%) and Germany (16%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 54 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 164% on the year.
What is the average import price of winding wire (non-copper) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.75 per kg in 2024, 224% above the world average of $7.32 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of winding wire (non-copper) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.1 million in 2017 to $14.4 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2018 at $24.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export winding wire (non-copper)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $6.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, the United States and the United Arab Emirates. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for winding wire (non-copper)?
The HS code for winding wire (non-copper) is subheading 8544.19. 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 8544 page.
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