Agricultural blades imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $16.2 million of agricultural blades in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 193 countries. That is 30% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $23.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $23.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $19.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $14.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $12.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $13.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $15.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $14.4M | 1.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports agricultural blades from
The largest suppliers were Netherlands (37%), Germany (19%), France (11%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $5.9M | 37% |
| Germany | $3.1M | 19% |
| France | $1.7M | 11% |
| United States | $1.4M | 8.9% |
| China | $1.2M | 7.3% |
| Austria | $883K | 5.5% |
| Japan | $249K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $243K | 1.5% |
| Belgium | $192K | 1.2% |
| Switzerland | $188K | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.16 per kg, close to the world average of $9.83.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Agricultural blades exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of agricultural blades by the United Kingdom reached $6.0 million in 2024 (366 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Germany (19%), United States (17%), France (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+270% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.2M | 19% |
| United States | $1.0M | 17% |
| France | $482K | 8.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $288K | 4.8% |
| Canada | $270K | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $266K | 4.5% |
| Ireland | $266K | 4.5% |
| Japan | $265K | 4.5% |
| Sweden | $227K | 3.8% |
| Switzerland | $200K | 3.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom agricultural blades imports (HS 8208.40): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8208.40: Tools: knives and cutting blades, for agricultural, horticultural or forestry machines or mechanical appliances.
Common questions
What is the value of agricultural blades imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported agricultural blades worth $16.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 193 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 30% on 2023.
Which countries supply agricultural blades to the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by Germany (19%) and France (11%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 60% on the year.
What is the average import price of agricultural blades per kg?
The average declared import value was about $10.16 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $9.83 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of agricultural blades to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.4 million in 2017 to $16.2 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2023 at $23.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export agricultural blades?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $6.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the United States and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $10.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for agricultural blades?
The HS code for agricultural blades is subheading 8208.40. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8208 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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