Farnell (Element14)
DistributorThe Development Distributor supporting technology from prototype to production
About
An Avnet company, Farnell stocks a vast range of semiconductor devices, test kits, and electromechanical products for engineers globally.
- Primary markets
- 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇩🇪 Germany 🇫🇷 France 🇮🇳 India 🇨🇳 China 🇦🇺 Australia
- Certifications (declared)
We checked
- Exists and is operating nowRegistration and company ID are valid, status is active, it files its reports, accounts are not frozen, the site answers, and its age matches what it claims. · Website live (Jun 2026)proof
- Independently confirmedCertificates found in official registries, an active legal entity ID (LEI), fulfilled public contracts, real filed financials. · Certifications verifiable
- Check it yourself: Sanctions search (OpenSanctions) ↗
- Not yet checkable from open public sources in United Kingdom: A maker, not a middleman · Clean record, no blacklist · No debts or court trouble · Sound people behind it · Reachable and responsive.
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Importing from this supplier: what applies
Regulations that commonly apply to shipments in this sector. Not legal advice: verify against the linked official source.
- Electronics for the EU need CE marking incl. RoHS substance limits, and producers must register for WEEE take-back in each member state of sale. European Commission (CE) ↗
- Radio/wireless devices for the US market require FCC equipment authorization before import. US FCC ↗
- EU imports of iron, steel and aluminium goods are in the CBAM carbon-border regime: from 1 Jan 2026 importers need CBAM authorisation and must buy certificates. European Commission (CBAM) ↗
- Machinery sold in the EU needs CE marking with a declaration of conformity under the EU machinery rules. European Commission ↗
Distribution capabilities
- Partner roles
- Distributor
- Countries covered
- Sales channels
- E-commerce & OnlineWholesale & Cash-and-Carry
- Customer types
- Office Suppliers & B2B Procurement
- Deal preferences
- Not specified
Brands carried
Manufacturers this distributor represents, from public Our Brands listings.
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- Credit cards
- PayPal (specifically "Goods and Services")
- Escrow services (where your money is held safely until the goods actually arrive)
- Letter of Credit (best for large, bulk orders)
Red Flags (Your money is gone for good)
- Wire transfers to personal bank accounts
- Crypto
- Western Union or MoneyGram
- Gift cards
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Company facts
Where is Farnell (Element14) based?
Farnell (Element14) is based in Leeds, United Kingdom.
Is Farnell (Element14) a manufacturer or a distributor?
Farnell (Element14) is a distributor listed on Hell of a Partner.
What does Farnell (Element14) supply?
Farnell (Element14) works across Consumer Electronics, Electrical & Power Equipment, Industrial Automation & Robotics.
Which markets does Farnell (Element14) serve?
Farnell (Element14) serves United Kingdom, Germany, France, India, China, Australia.
When was Farnell (Element14) founded?
Farnell (Element14) was founded in 1939.
Which certifications does Farnell (Element14) declare?
Farnell (Element14) declares: ISO 9001, ISO 14001. Certifications marked verified on this page were checked against the issuer's register; treat the rest as declared until you see the certificate number.
How large is Farnell (Element14)?
Farnell (Element14) reports a team in the 500+ employees bracket.
What are the alternatives to Farnell (Element14)?
Buyers comparing Farnell (Element14) usually also look at RS Group plc, Avnet Abacus, Anglia Components, out of 39 Consumer Electronics suppliers listed in United Kingdom on this marketplace.
Is Farnell (Element14) verified on Hell of a Partner?
Not yet. Farnell (Element14) is listed from public sources and has not completed verification. Review the trust signals on this page before you make contact.