UK goods exports to United States
UK goods exports to United States stood at £4,422.62m in Aug 2026, according to HM Revenue & Customs (uktradeinfo). It is one of the indicators in the Trade in goods table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 2009 to Aug 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Trade in goods table
| Indicator | 08-2026 | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exports of goods by partner country | |||||||||||
| United States | 4,422.62 | 4,758.87 | 4,741.56 | 4,929.43 | 4,076.25 | 4,444.98 | 4,051.71 | 3,624.62 | 4,161.32 | 4,002.67 | |
| Germany | 2,384.66 | 3,292.37 | 2,911.86 | 3,191.43 | 3,020.63 | 3,397.79 | 2,951.01 | 2,899.19 | 2,444.21 | 2,991.64 |
Understanding UK goods exports to United States
Physical commodities dispatched from the United Kingdom specifically to the United States are measured in this series, reported in million pounds sterling. Customs declarations capture tangible freight leaving domestic ports destined for American markets, omitting services and digital transactions. Unlike aggregate global totals, this series isolates bilateral merchandise commerce with the largest single trading partner nation, highlighting bilateral trade intensity.
Exchange rate movements between sterling and the US dollar heavily influence the nominal values recorded here, even when physical volumes remain stable. Seasonal manufacturing shutdowns and transport schedules create predictable cyclical patterns that require careful adjustment. Analysts should evaluate year-on-year trends alongside monthly figures to filter out transient logistical delays at ports.
Frequently asked questions
- What does this specific series measure?
- It records the total monetary value of physical goods exported from the United Kingdom to the United States.
- Do currency fluctuations affect these export figures?
- Yes, changes in exchange rates between sterling and the dollar impact nominal reported values.
- How does this differ from the total exports series?
- This series tracks shipments exclusively destined for one specific partner country rather than worldwide totals.