Beverage vending machines imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $51.0 million of beverage vending machines in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 173 countries for imports of this product. That is 27% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $70.1 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 | $51.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $70.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $59.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $28.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $15.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $26.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2018 | $20.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $17.6M | 1.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports beverage vending machines from
One supplier dominates: Switzerland accounted for 57% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $29.0M | 57% |
| Italy | $5.7M | 11% |
| Spain | $5.1M | 10% |
| United States | $3.7M | 7.3% |
| China | $2.8M | 5.4% |
| Serbia | $1.3M | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 2.2% |
| Sweden | $801K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $391K | 0.8% |
| Israel | $358K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.20 per kg, 60% above the world average of $19.54. 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.
Beverage vending machines exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $8.0 million of beverage vending machines in 2024 (804 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 82 countries. Most of it went to Germany (30%), United States (19%), Ireland (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Hungary grew fastest (+141% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.4M | 30% |
| United States | $1.5M | 19% |
| Ireland | $952K | 12% |
| France | $719K | 9% |
| Netherlands | $631K | 7.9% |
| Poland | $440K | 5.5% |
| Bulgaria | $331K | 4.1% |
| Hungary | $215K | 2.7% |
| Israel | $119K | 1.5% |
| Italy | $110K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom beverage vending machines imports (HS 8476.21): 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 8476.21: Machines: automatic beverage-vending machines, incorporating heating or refrigerating devices.
Common questions
What is the value of beverage vending machines imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported beverage vending machines worth $51.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 173 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply beverage vending machines to the United Kingdom?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 57% of the value ($29.0 million), followed by Italy (11%) and Spain (10%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 475% on the year.
What is the average import price of beverage vending machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $31.20 per kg in 2024, 60% above the world average of $19.54 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of beverage vending machines to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.6 million in 2017 to $51.0 million in 2024, an increase of 189%. The peak was 2023 at $70.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $36.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export beverage vending machines?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $8.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the United States and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $42.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for beverage vending machines?
The HS code for beverage vending machines is subheading 8476.21. 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 8476 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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