United Kingdom - Solar Cells and Light-Emitting Diodes - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Price for Solar Cells and Light-Emitting Diodes in the UK - 2021

Contents:

  1. Price for Solar Cells and Light-Emitting Diodes in the UK (CIF) - 2022
  2. Price for Solar Cells and Light-Emitting Diodes in the UK (FOB) - 2022
  3. Imports of Solar Cells and Light-Emitting Diodes in the UK
  4. Exports of Solar Cells and Light-Emitting Diodes in the UK

Price for Solar Cells and Light-Emitting Diodes in the UK (CIF) - 2022

The average import price for solar cells and light-emitting diodes stood at $9.9 per unit in 2022, picking up by 3.3% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a abrupt contraction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 49% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $19 per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Czech Republic ($27 per unit), while the price for the Netherlands ($5.8 per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Czech Republic (+2.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Price for Solar Cells and Light-Emitting Diodes in the UK (FOB) - 2022

The average export price for solar cells and light-emitting diodes stood at $41 per unit in 2022, with a decrease of -46.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, enjoyed prominent growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 174% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $77 per unit, and then dropped markedly in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($55 per unit), while the average price for exports to Ireland ($8.6 per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Italy (+16.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Solar Cells and Light-Emitting Diodes in the UK

In 2022, supplies from abroad of solar cells and light-emitting diodes decreased by -21.3% to 46M units for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, posted a buoyant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 74%. As a result, imports attained the peak of 58M units, and then reduced notably in the following year.

In value terms, solar cells and light-emitting diodes imports contracted remarkably to $451M in 2022. In general, total imports indicated a temperate increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.7% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +29.8% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 60% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $554M, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

Import of Solar Cells and Light-Emitting Diodes in the UK (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China11999.21891497.8%
Netherlands60.756.683.065.42.5%
Germany48.637.871.456.35.0%
Czech Republic0.11.225.820.4488.7%
Others165153185159-1.2%
Total3933485544514.7%

Top Suppliers of Solar Cells and Light-Emitting Diodes to the UK in 2022:

  1. China (25.5M units)
  2. Netherlands (11.2M units)
  3. Germany (4.7M units)
  4. Czech Republic (0.8M units)

Exports of Solar Cells and Light-Emitting Diodes in the UK

In 2022, exports of solar cells and light-emitting diodes from the UK surged to 3.9M units, jumping by 90% against 2021. Overall, exports, however, saw a pronounced downturn. The exports peaked at 5.8M units in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, solar cells and light-emitting diodes exports stood at $160M in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a noticeable slump. The exports peaked at $173M in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Export of Solar Cells and Light-Emitting Diodes in the UK (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Germany28.223.023.422.2-7.7%
Netherlands6.47.39.08.28.6%
France5.96.37.97.26.9%
Ireland7.37.07.36.7-2.8%
Italy7.84.26.86.2-7.4%
Sweden8.26.71.34.8-16.3%
Belgium3.22.61.92.3-10.4%
Poland2.13.90.92.0-1.6%
Others10310199.7100-1.0%
Total173162158160-2.6%

Top Export Markets for Solar Cells and Light-Emitting Diodes from the UK in 2022:

  1. Germany (1514.3K units)
  2. Ireland (771.0K units)
  3. Netherlands (414.4K units)
  4. Italy (155.5K units)
  5. Poland (148.2K units)
  6. France (131.6K units)
  7. Sweden (103.1K units)
  8. Belgium (83.2K units)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for solar cells and light-emitting diodes in the UK. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 26112220 - Semiconductor light emitting diodes (LEDs)
  • Prodcom 26112240 - Photosensitive semiconductor devices, solar cells, photodiodes, p hoto-transistors, etc.

Country coverage:

  • United Kingdom

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the UK
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
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    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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