Torr Scientific Limited
- Active
- Small
- 27 years
- 42 employees
- £742,335 (cur assets)
- 0-1m
- Regular importer
- Regular exporter
- Real address
- 1 director
- 2 owners
- Bexhill-On-Sea
Company status
Company size
Two conditions of three:
1.Turnover < £10.2 million
2.Balance sheet total < £5.1 million
3.Average number of employees < 50
Two conditions of three:
1.Turnover < £10.2 million
2.Balance sheet total < £5.1 million
3.Average number of employees < 50
Company incorporated on August 27, 1998
Average employees reported at August 31, 2025
Current assets reported at August 31, 2025
Estimated revenue range
Top import category is Various optical elements, Iron or steel flanges, Various machine parts, Various iron or steel items, Various optical components, 183.0 months imported, the last import operation was made on January 01, 2026
Top export category is Various optical components, Various radiation machine parts, X-ray machine parts, Various machine parts, Multi-parameter monitors, 124.0 months exported, the last export operation was made on January 01, 2026
1 company registered at the address, less than ten
1 director
2 owners. It is not exhaustive, as only owners with more than twenty five percent of shares are published.
Company is located in Bexhill-On-Sea
Field of Operation
Manufacture of electronic measuring, testing etc. equipment, not for industrial process control
26511
1518 companies
SIC CODE 26511. Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes are used to classify the business activities of companies.
Website
Summary
Torr Scientific Ltd, based in Bexhill-On-Sea, UK, is a small, active company established 26 years ago. With 42 employees and £711,057 in assets, it’s a well-established player in its niche. The company operates from a real address and is overseen by one director and two owners. It’s a regular importer and exporter, specializing in optical and medical tools and devices—116 months of export activity and 88 months of import activity recorded.
The company’s website reveals a highly specialized business. It’s a supplier of UHV, optical, and X-ray components, catering to research institutions, universities, and industrial equipment manufacturers worldwide. They offer vacuum optics, X-ray electron optical components, and biomedical coatings, alongside custom and standard antireflective coatings. They even provide services like X-ray anode repair and refurbishment. The company has sales agents and distributors across multiple continents, demonstrating a global reach. They even participate in industry events like the AIV Conference and Laser World of Photonics. Their latest news highlights a collaboration funded by Innovate UK to develop lightweight, power-efficient space gravimeters using quantum properties.
Financially, Torr Scientific Ltd shows some concerning trends. Current assets have decreased by 21%, dropping to £710,000, while net assets have fallen 1.9% to £620,000. Bank borrowings have declined by 16%, reaching £650,000, and cash reserves have plummeted 91%, leaving just £330. Creditors have increased by 34%, to £260,000. The company’s small size (meeting two of three criteria for turnover under £10.2m, assets under £5.1m, and fewer than 50 employees) allows for agility, but the sharp decline in cash reserves is a point of concern. As a small company, it’s likely exempt from an audit, so the figures are unaudited. Overall, Torr Scientific Ltd appears to be a specialist manufacturer facing some financial headwinds, though its global reach and specialized product range suggest a resilient business model.
Registered in England/Wales under the registration number 03622909, with a registered address at TN40 2RZ, United Kingdom, Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex, Unit 11 Pebsham Rural Business Centre, Pebsham Lane.
WARNING: The numbers have been rounded for simplicity and may be inaccurate.Please, refer to the latest financial report for verification.
Ports, countries, transport, and price/kg were calculated by CorpSignals; non-official data, may contain errors.
Owners & PSC
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Individual
- 9 years
- 1
- 25%+
-
Resident of United Kingdom
Started on 2016-04-06
Also participates in 1 other companies.
Right to appoint or remove directors, Ownership of voting rights - More than 25% but not more than 50%, Ownership of shares – More than 50% but less than 75%
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Individual
- 9 years
- 25%+
-
Resident of United Kingdom
Started on 2016-04-06
Right to appoint or remove directors, Ownership of voting rights - More than 25% but not more than 50%, Ownership of shares – More than 25% but not more than 50%
Managers
-
Individual
- 27 years
- 1
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Resident of United Kingdom
Started on 1998-09-09
Also participates in 1 other companies.
Director
Director
Last reports
Download the last financial report
The latest financial report submitted three months ago.
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The latest confirmation statement submitted nine months ago.
The latest confirmation statement submitted nine months ago.
* may contain a full shareholder list
Last news
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Statement of capital following an allotment of shares on 2026-02-01Download 3 pages pdf report
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Change of details for Mr David Alan Bates as a person with significant control on 2026-02-01Download 2 pages pdf report
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Statement of capital following an allotment of shares on 2026-02-01Download 3 pages pdf report
Importer profile by HS codes
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Import HS codes in detail
7017
7017-Laboratory and medical glassware
Includes all types of glassware used in labs, hospitals, or pharmacies, whether marked with measurements or not
1 months, last: 2025-05-01
7104
7104-Synthetic or lab-made gemstones
Man-made precious and semi-precious stones, not set or mounted. Includes ungraded stones temporarily strung for transport
11 months, last: 2025-10-01
7106
7106-Silver products, raw or partially processed
Includes raw silver, semi-finished silver items, and silver powder. Also includes silver coated with gold or platinum
1 months, last: 2024-12-01
7116
7116-Jewelry made of pearls or stones
Jewelry made from natural or cultured pearls, or precious and semi-precious stones, including synthetic or reconstructed ones
2 months, last: 2025-05-01
7219
7219-Flat stainless steel sheets, 600mm or wider
Flat-rolled stainless steel products used in construction and manufacturing, with a width of 600mm or more
1 months, last: 2024-07-01
7222
7222-Various stainless steel bars, rods, angles, and shapes
Stainless steel bars, rods, angles, and sections, not in coils, used in various industrial applications
4 months, last: 2025-11-01
7227
7227-Hot-rolled steel bars and rods in coils
Hot-rolled steel bars and rods made of alloy steel, wound in irregular coils
1 months, last: 2021-11-01
7304
7304-Seamless iron or steel tubes and pipes
Seamless tubes, pipes, and hollow profiles made of iron or steel, excluding cast iron
1 months, last: 2025-07-01
7307
7307-Iron or steel pipe fittings
Includes couplings, elbows, and sleeves made of iron or steel, used for connecting pipes
45 months, last: 2026-01-01
7318
7318-Screws, bolts, nuts, and similar items made of iron or steel
Includes screws, bolts, nuts, coach screws, rivets, washers, and similar items made of iron or steel
1 months, last: 2023-07-01
7323
7323-Iron or steel household items
Includes kitchen tools, tableware, cleaning pads, and gloves made of iron or steel, such as steel wool and pot scrubbers
1 months, last: 2022-11-01
7325
7325-Various cast iron or steel items
Includes various cast iron or steel products not listed elsewhere, such as industrial parts or household items
1 months, last: 2022-02-01
7326
7326-Various iron or steel products
Includes a wide range of iron or steel items, such as tools, hardware, or industrial components
29 months, last: 2025-10-01
7505
7505-Nickel bars, rods, profiles, and wire
Solid nickel products in various shapes, used for construction, machinery, and electrical applications
1 months, last: 2021-09-01
7507
7507-Nickel tubes, pipes, and fittings
Nickel tubes, pipes, and connecting parts like couplings and elbows. Used in plumbing, chemical plants, and oil refineries
1 months, last: 2023-06-01
7606
7606-Aluminium plates, sheets, and strips thicker than 0.2 mm
Includes all types of aluminium plates, sheets, and strips used in construction, packaging, and manufacturing
1 months, last: 2022-04-01
7609
7609-Aluminium tube or pipe fittings
Fittings like couplings, elbows, and sleeves used to connect aluminium tubes and pipes
1 months, last: 2022-08-01
7610
7610-Aluminium structures and parts for buildings and construction
Includes items like bridges, towers, roofs, doors, windows, and frames made of aluminium, but not prefabricated buildings
1 months, last: 2022-06-01
8101
8101-Tungsten and tungsten products
Covers all forms of tungsten, including raw materials, finished products, and scrap
1 months, last: 2025-08-01
8108
8108-Titanium and products made from it
Includes all types of titanium items, such as raw titanium, powders, and scrap materials
2 months, last: 2025-11-01
8205
8205-General hand tools and equipment
Includes tools like hammers, screwdrivers, blowlamps, and vices, as well as portable forges and grinding wheels
1 months, last: 2022-10-01
8207
8207-Interchangeable tools
Tools that can be swapped for different tasks, used with hand tools or machines, like drills, cutters, or threading tools
10 months, last: 2025-10-01
8311
8311-Metal wires and rods for welding
Metal wires, rods, tubes, plates, and similar items coated or filled with flux, used for soldering, brazing, welding, or metal spraying
6 months, last: 2026-01-01
8414
8414-Air and gas pumps, compressors, and fans
Includes vacuum pumps, air compressors, fans, and ventilating hoods, with or without filters. Also includes gas-tight safety cabinets
21 months, last: 2026-01-01
8419
8419-Machinery for heating, cooling, or treating materials
Machines used in labs or factories to heat, cool, or process materials, like drying, sterilizing, or distilling. Excludes household appliances
2 months, last: 2025-02-01
8473
8473-Parts and accessories for office machines
Spare parts and add-ons for office machines like printers, copiers, and calculators, excluding covers and cases
1 months, last: 2021-07-01
8479
8479-Machines with specific functions
Machines and mechanical devices designed for unique tasks not covered elsewhere
28 months, last: 2026-01-01
8480
8480-Moulds and patterns
Moulding boxes, bases, patterns, and moulds for metal, glass, rubber, or plastics
1 months, last: 2022-11-01
8481
8481-Taps, valves, and similar devices for pipes and tanks
Includes pressure-reducing valves, thermostatic valves, and other similar appliances for controlling flow in pipes, boilers, or tanks
3 months, last: 2026-01-01
8486
8486-Machines for making semiconductors
Machines used to produce semiconductor materials, electronic circuits, or flat panel displays
1 months, last: 2022-07-01
8506
8506-Primary cells and batteries
Non-rechargeable batteries and cells, including all types like manganese dioxide, lithium, and silver oxide
1 months, last: 2024-11-01
8508
8508-Vacuum cleaners
All types of vacuum cleaners, including handheld, upright, and canister models
1 months, last: 2022-12-01
8534
8534-Printed circuits
Flat boards with electronic circuits printed on them, used in devices like computers and phones
1 months, last: 2022-03-01
8536
8536-Electrical devices for low-voltage circuits
Includes switches, relays, fuses, and connectors for circuits under 1,000V
1 months, last: 2024-04-01
8544
8544-Insulated wires and cables
Wires, cables, and optical fibers, insulated or fitted with connectors
2 months, last: 2023-05-01
9001
9001-Optical fibers, lenses, and related items
Covers optical fibers, cables, polarizing sheets, lenses (including contact lenses), prisms, mirrors, and other unmounted optical elements
62 months, last: 2026-01-01
9002
9002-Optical parts for devices
Lenses, prisms, mirrors, and other optical parts used in instruments or machines, excluding simple glass elements
25 months, last: 2025-11-01
9005
9005-Binoculars, telescopes, and astronomical tools
Includes binoculars, monoculars, telescopes, and other tools used for viewing distant objects or studying the stars
1 months, last: 2020-03-01
9011
9011-Compound optical microscopes
Microscopes that use light to magnify small objects, including models for taking photos or videos of tiny things
1 months, last: 2024-12-01
9013
9013-Lasers and optical devices
Lasers (except laser diodes) and other optical tools not listed elsewhere
1 months, last: 2022-05-01
9022
9022-X-ray and radiation equipment
Machines using X-rays or radiation for medical or other uses
4 months, last: 2025-05-01
9026
9026-Tools for measuring liquids or gases
Instruments for checking flow, level, pressure, or other properties of liquids or gases. Excludes medical or lab tools
2 months, last: 2025-06-01
9027
9027-Tools for testing and measuring physical or chemical properties
Instruments for analyzing materials, checking heat, light, or sound levels, and measuring things like viscosity or surface tension. Includes microtomes for cutting thin samples
6 months, last: 2023-11-01
9033
9033-Parts and accessories for machines and instruments
Spare parts and accessories for machines, appliances, or instruments in Chapter 90, not listed elsewhere. Includes items like screws, connectors, and other small components
2 months, last: 2022-08-01
9113
9113-Watch straps and bands
Watch straps, bands, and bracelets, including their parts
1 months, last: 2023-09-01
9617
9617-Vacuum flasks, vacuum vessels, and their parts
Includes all types of vacuum flasks and containers for keeping drinks hot or cold, along with their parts (except glass inners)
1 months, last: 2020-12-01
Last imported products
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HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-01-01
Port: East Midlands Airport
Transport: Air transport
Price: £148.74 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2025-11-01
Country: Netherlands
Transport: Air transport
Price: £274.46 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-01-01
Country: China
Transport: Air transport
Price: £31.06 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-01-01
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £19.87 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-01-01
Transport: Air transport
Price: £19.21 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-01-01
Port: Dover
Country: Germany
Transport: Roll on Roll off (RORO)
Price: £16.03 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2025-10-01
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £8.03 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2026-01-01
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £5.02 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2025-11-01
Transport: Roll on Roll off (RORO)
Price: £4.64 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last purchased: 2025-11-01
Port: London Heathrow Airport
Country: United States
Transport: Air transport
Price: £123.41 per kg
* Warning: Ports, countries, transport, and price/kg were calculated by CorpSignals; non-official data, may contain errors.
Exporter profile by HS codes
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Export HS codes in detail
7318
7318-Screws, bolts, nuts, and similar items made of iron or steel
Includes screws, bolts, nuts, coach screws, rivets, washers, and similar items made of iron or steel
1 months, last: 2021-02-01
7326
7326-Various iron or steel products
Includes a wide range of iron or steel items, such as tools, hardware, or industrial components
3 months, last: 2025-01-01
7409
7409-Copper plates and sheets
Copper plates, sheets, and strips thicker than 0.15 mm, used in construction and manufacturing
3 months, last: 2025-09-01
7419
7419-Various copper items
Various copper products not classified under specific categories, such as tools, decorations, or small parts
1 months, last: 2024-04-01
7604
7604-Aluminium bars, rods, and profiles
Solid or hollow shapes made of aluminium, used in construction, manufacturing, or other industries
1 months, last: 2021-01-01
8414
8414-Air and gas pumps, compressors, and fans
Includes vacuum pumps, air compressors, fans, and ventilating hoods, with or without filters. Also includes gas-tight safety cabinets
2 months, last: 2025-09-01
8479
8479-Machines with specific functions
Machines and mechanical devices designed for unique tasks not covered elsewhere
11 months, last: 2025-09-01
8487
8487-Machinery parts without electrical features
Parts for machines that do not include electrical components like connectors or coils. These parts are not listed elsewhere in this category
3 months, last: 2023-11-01
8508
8508-Vacuum cleaners
All types of vacuum cleaners, including handheld, upright, and canister models
1 months, last: 2018-01-01
8517
8517-Telephones and communication devices
Includes smartphones, landline phones, and devices for transmitting or receiving voice, images, or data over networks
1 months, last: 2024-12-01
8526
8526-Radar and navigation equipment
Includes radar systems, radio navigation aids, and remote control devices
2 months, last: 2021-02-01
8529
8529-Parts for audio and video devices
Spare parts used mainly with audio, video, and broadcasting equipment like radios, TVs, and cameras
2 months, last: 2021-02-01
8534
8534-Printed circuits
Flat boards with electronic circuits printed on them, used in devices like computers and phones
1 months, last: 2021-01-01
8536
8536-Electrical devices for low-voltage circuits
Includes switches, relays, fuses, and connectors for circuits under 1,000V
1 months, last: 2024-03-01
8537
8537-Electric control panels and distribution boards
Electric control panels and distribution boards with two or more devices for controlling or distributing electricity. These may include instruments or devices from Chapter 90 and numerical control systems, but not switching devices from heading 8517
1 months, last: 2021-02-01
8708
8708-Parts and accessories for motor vehicles
All types of parts and accessories used in cars, trucks, and other motor vehicles, such as bumpers, seat belts, and windows
1 months, last: 2021-02-01
9001
9001-Optical fibers, lenses, and related items
Covers optical fibers, cables, polarizing sheets, lenses (including contact lenses), prisms, mirrors, and other unmounted optical elements
3 months, last: 2025-02-01
9002
9002-Optical parts for devices
Lenses, prisms, mirrors, and other optical parts used in instruments or machines, excluding simple glass elements
57 months, last: 2026-01-01
9004
9004-Corrective or protective glasses and goggles
Includes all types of glasses and goggles used for vision correction, eye protection, or other purposes, such as safety goggles and reading glasses
1 months, last: 2021-03-01
9018
9018-Medical and dental tools
Instruments and devices used in medical, surgical, dental, or veterinary fields, including imaging and testing equipment
8 months, last: 2025-04-01
9022
9022-X-ray and radiation equipment
Machines using X-rays or radiation for medical or other uses
45 months, last: 2026-01-01
9023
9023-Demonstration tools for education or exhibitions
Tools and models used in schools or exhibits to show how things work, not for other uses
3 months, last: 2024-12-01
9026
9026-Tools for measuring liquids or gases
Instruments for checking flow, level, pressure, or other properties of liquids or gases. Excludes medical or lab tools
2 months, last: 2023-06-01
9027
9027-Tools for testing and measuring physical or chemical properties
Instruments for analyzing materials, checking heat, light, or sound levels, and measuring things like viscosity or surface tension. Includes microtomes for cutting thin samples
4 months, last: 2025-10-01
9029
9029-Counters and speed measuring devices
Includes revolution counters, production counters, taximeters, milometers, pedometers, speed indicators, tachometers, and stroboscopes
1 months, last: 2024-11-01
9033
9033-Parts and accessories for machines and instruments
Spare parts and accessories for machines, appliances, or instruments in Chapter 90, not listed elsewhere. Includes items like screws, connectors, and other small components
4 months, last: 2023-09-01
9403
9403-Various furniture and parts
General furniture and parts not covered under specific categories, such as office or household furniture
1 months, last: 2021-03-01
Last exported products
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HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2026-01-01
Port: London Stansted Airport
Country: United States
Transport: Air transport
Price: £671.62 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2026-01-01
Port: London Heathrow Airport
Transport: Air transport
Price: £95.08 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2025-10-01
Port: East Midlands Airport
Transport: Air transport
Price: £323.15 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2025-07-01
Port: Dover / Eurotunnel
Country: Germany
Transport: Air transport
Price: £651.46 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2025-06-01
Port: London Heathrow Airport
Transport: Air transport
Price: £171.39 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2025-04-01
Port: East Midlands Airport
Country: United States
Transport: Air transport
Price: £118.4 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2025-09-01
Port: London Heathrow Airport
Country: United States
Transport: Air transport
Price: £87.93 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2025-09-01
Port: London Heathrow Airport
Transport: Air transport
Price: £83.06 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2025-09-01
Port: London Gateway Port
Country: United Arab Emirates
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £9.83 per kg
HS code used by customs authorities around the world to identify products for the application of duties and taxes.
Last exported: 2025-04-01
Port: Dover / Eurotunnel
Country: Singapore
Transport: Sea transport (not vehicle on ferry)
Price: £38.83 per kg
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