Worked mica articles imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $4.3 million of worked mica articles in 2024 (173 tonnes). It ranks 9th of 170 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 75% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $5.9 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 | $4.3M | 173 t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 161 t |
| 2022 | $3.6M | 181 t |
| 2021 | $5.9M | 326 t |
| 2020 | $3.3M | 244 t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 326 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 339 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 703 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports worked mica articles from
The largest suppliers were China (33%), Austria (24%), Germany (12%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.4M | 33% |
| Austria | $1.0M | 24% |
| Germany | $504K | 12% |
| United States | $444K | 10% |
| Mexico | $424K | 9.9% |
| India | $333K | 7.7% |
| Switzerland | $39K | 0.9% |
| Sweden | $29K | 0.7% |
| Czech Republic | $17K | 0.4% |
| Canada | $12K | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.80 per kg, 123% above the world average of $11.11. 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.
Worked mica articles exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $3.1 million of worked mica articles in 2024 (101 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 81 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were United States (35%), India (8%), Germany (8%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.1M | 35% |
| India | $263K | 8.5% |
| Germany | $254K | 8.2% |
| Spain | $216K | 7% |
| Switzerland | $195K | 6.3% |
| Austria | $190K | 6.1% |
| Singapore | $142K | 4.6% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $131K | 4.2% |
| Australia | $118K | 3.8% |
| China | $54K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom worked mica articles imports (HS 6814.90): 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 6814.90: Mica: worked mica and articles of mica (excluding plates, sheets and strips) whether or not on a support of paper, paperboard or other materials.
Common questions
What is the value of worked mica articles imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported worked mica articles worth $4.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 173 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 170 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 75% on 2023.
Which countries supply worked mica articles to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Austria (24%) and Germany (12%). The top three together account for 69%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 861% on the year.
What is the average import price of worked mica articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $24.80 per kg in 2024, 123% above the world average of $11.11 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of worked mica articles to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $4.3 million in 2024, an increase of 65%. The peak was 2021 at $5.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export worked mica articles?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, India and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for worked mica articles?
The HS code for worked mica articles is subheading 6814.90. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6814 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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