Air conditioning parts imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of air conditioning parts by the United Kingdom reached $583.1 million in 2024 (24.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 5% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $583.1M | 24.6K t |
| 2023 | $554.9M | 29.4K t |
| 2022 | $508.0M | 26.7K t |
| 2021 | $540.0M | 26.4K t |
| 2020 | $415.4M | 24.6K t |
| 2019 | $499.2M | 31.8K t |
| 2018 | $495.5M | 29.7K t |
| 2017 | $442.7M | 29.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports air conditioning parts from
The largest suppliers were Czech Republic (22%), Thailand (13%), United States (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $126.1M | 22% |
| Thailand | $73.5M | 13% |
| United States | $66.4M | 11% |
| Belgium | $59.9M | 10% |
| China | $50.4M | 8.6% |
| Japan | $40.2M | 6.9% |
| Italy | $24.5M | 4.2% |
| Spain | $18.2M | 3.1% |
| Turkey | $17.3M | 3% |
| Germany | $13.8M | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.68 per kg, 121% above the world average of $10.71. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Air conditioning parts exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported air conditioning parts worth $215.2 million (7.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were France (14%), Spain (11%), United States (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, Sweden grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $30.9M | 14% |
| Spain | $24.3M | 11% |
| United States | $23.7M | 11% |
| Germany | $23.3M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $21.7M | 10% |
| Ireland | $15.2M | 7.1% |
| Italy | $13.5M | 6.3% |
| Switzerland | $7.0M | 3.3% |
| Sweden | $5.4M | 2.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.9M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom air conditioning parts imports (HS 8415.90): 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 8415.90: Air conditioning machines: with motor driven fan and elements for temperature control, parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of air conditioning parts imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported air conditioning parts worth $583.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 224 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply air conditioning parts to the United Kingdom?
The Czech Republic was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($126.1 million), followed by Thailand (13%) and the United States (11%). The top three together account for 46%, out of 65 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 56% on the year.
What is the average import price of air conditioning parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.68 per kg in 2024, 121% above the world average of $10.71 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of air conditioning parts to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $442.7 million in 2017 to $583.1 million in 2024, an increase of 32%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $504.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export air conditioning parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $215.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Spain and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $367.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for air conditioning parts?
The HS code for air conditioning parts is subheading 8415.90. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8415 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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