Zinc flakes imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of zinc flakes by the United Kingdom reached $2.4 million in 2024 (453 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 50% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $4.8 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 | $2.4M | 453 t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 687 t |
| 2022 | $3.3M | 970 t |
| 2021 | $4.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 303 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 345 t |
| 2018 | $2.3M | 363 t |
| 2017 | $1.3M | 270 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports zinc flakes from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 59% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.4M | 59% |
| Netherlands | $464K | 19% |
| Philippines | $121K | 5% |
| United States | $118K | 4.9% |
| Israel | $77K | 3.2% |
| China | $70K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $30K | 1.2% |
| France | $28K | 1.2% |
| Austria | $27K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $23K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.31 per kg, 164% above the world average of $2.01. 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.
Zinc flakes exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported zinc flakes worth $287 thousand (58 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were India (49%), Germany (20%), Netherlands (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+933% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $142K | 49% |
| Germany | $57K | 20% |
| Netherlands | $44K | 15% |
| Ireland | $18K | 6.1% |
| Belgium | $4K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $3K | 1.1% |
| United States | $3K | 0.9% |
| Malaysia | $3K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $2K | 0.8% |
| Poland | $2K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom zinc flakes imports (HS 7903.90): 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 7903.90: Zinc: powders and flakes.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc flakes imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported zinc flakes worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 453 tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 153 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 50% on 2023.
Which countries supply zinc flakes to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by the Netherlands (19%) and the Philippines (5%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 69% on the year.
What is the average import price of zinc flakes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.31 per kg in 2024, 164% above the world average of $2.01 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of zinc flakes to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.3 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, an increase of 90%. The peak was 2023 at $4.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export zinc flakes?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $287 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India, Germany and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc flakes?
The HS code for zinc flakes is subheading 7903.90. It sits in HS chapter 79 (zinc and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7903 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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