X-ray tubes exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of x-ray tubes by the United Kingdom reached $43.7 million in 2024 (154 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 118 countries for exports of this product. That is 6% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $43.7M | 154 t |
| 2023 | $46.5M | 125 t |
| 2022 | $35.6M | 106 t |
| 2021 | $35.4M | 140 t |
| 2020 | $21.6M | 76 t |
| 2019 | $23.9M | 85 t |
| 2018 | $25.7M | 86 t |
| 2017 | $25.4M | 75 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports x-ray tubes to
Most of it went to United States (34%), Netherlands (15%), Singapore (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+213% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $14.9M | 34% |
| Netherlands | $6.7M | 15% |
| Singapore | $5.0M | 11% |
| Germany | $4.3M | 9.9% |
| China | $3.3M | 7.6% |
| Taiwan | $1.5M | 3.5% |
| South Korea | $1.4M | 3.2% |
| Japan | $1.0M | 2.4% |
| Jordan | $591K | 1.4% |
| France | $511K | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $282.96 per kg, close to the world average of $352.10.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
X-ray tubes imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of x-ray tubes by the United Kingdom reached $41.2 million in 2024 (118 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Most of the value came from United States (45%), Germany (23%), Switzerland (6%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $18.7M | 45% |
| Germany | $9.6M | 23% |
| Switzerland | $2.5M | 6% |
| India | $2.5M | 6% |
| Japan | $2.4M | 5.8% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 2.7% |
| China | $843K | 2.1% |
| France | $776K | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $724K | 1.8% |
| Sweden | $570K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom x-ray tubes exports (HS 9022.30): 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 9022.30: X-ray tubes.
Common questions
What is the value of x-ray tubes exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported x-ray tubes worth $43.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 154 tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 118 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy x-ray tubes from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($14.9 million), followed by the Netherlands (15%) and Singapore (11%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 63 buyer countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 213% on the year.
What is the average export price of x-ray tubes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $282.96 per kg in 2024, 20% below the world average of $352.10 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of x-ray tubes from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $25.4 million in 2017 to $43.7 million in 2024, an increase of 72%. The peak was 2023 at $46.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $32.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import x-ray tubes?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $41.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Germany and Switzerland. That compares with exports of $43.7 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for x-ray tubes?
The HS code for x-ray tubes is subheading 9022.30. 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 9022 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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