Consumers scorning Huawei after ban

British consumers have begun trading in smartphones from Huawei Technologies Co. in growing numbers since the Chinese tech giant was hit by a U.S. supply blacklist.

Trade-in and price-tracking companies report a surge in U.K. consumers trading in devices from the Shenzhenbased manufacturer, while interest from buyers fizzles. The numbers show that concerns around the company have extended beyond trade talks and corporate procurement and turned into backlash at retail, where Huawei makes most of its sales.