Boring tools imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported boring tools worth $12.9 million (250 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 188 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 22% on 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 | $12.9M | 250 t |
| 2023 | $10.6M | 167 t |
| 2022 | $10.8M | 152 t |
| 2021 | $11.0M | 310 t |
| 2020 | $11.0M | 211 t |
| 2019 | $12.6M | 132 t |
| 2018 | $14.0M | 180 t |
| 2017 | $11.7M | 208 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports boring tools from
Most of the value came from Germany (35%), United States (29%), China (9%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+363% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.5M | 35% |
| United States | $3.7M | 29% |
| China | $1.1M | 8.7% |
| Norway | $516K | 4% |
| Japan | $494K | 3.8% |
| Italy | $414K | 3.2% |
| Spain | $300K | 2.3% |
| France | $258K | 2% |
| Vietnam | $178K | 1.4% |
| India | $169K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $51.55 per kg, 47% below the world average of $96.71, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Boring tools exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of boring tools by the United Kingdom reached $11.9 million in 2024 (163 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 125 countries. Most of it went to United States (17%), Mexico (14%), Kuwait (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest (+394% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.0M | 17% |
| Mexico | $1.7M | 14% |
| Kuwait | $1.2M | 10% |
| Germany | $854K | 7.2% |
| Turkey | $824K | 6.9% |
| Norway | $558K | 4.7% |
| India | $424K | 3.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $401K | 3.4% |
| Ireland | $392K | 3.3% |
| Singapore | $370K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom boring tools imports (HS 8207.60): 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 8207.60: Tools, interchangeable: (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for boring or broaching.
Common questions
What is the value of boring tools imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported boring tools worth $12.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 250 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 188 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply boring tools to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by the United States (29%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 363% on the year.
What is the average import price of boring tools per kg?
The average declared import value was about $51.55 per kg in 2024, 47% below the world average of $96.71 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of boring tools to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.7 million in 2017 to $12.9 million in 2024, an increase of 10%. The peak was 2018 at $14.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export boring tools?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $11.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Mexico and Kuwait. That compares with imports of $12.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for boring tools?
The HS code for boring tools is subheading 8207.60. 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 8207 page.
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