Bucket conveyor systems exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $6.0 million of bucket conveyor systems in 2024 (550 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. That is 27% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $12.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6.0M | 550 t |
| 2023 | $8.3M | 600 t |
| 2022 | $6.6M | 707 t |
| 2021 | $8.8M | 990 t |
| 2020 | $12.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $9.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $11.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $10.9M | 1.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports bucket conveyor systems to
The largest buyer markets were South Africa (16%), China (12%), Australia (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $955K | 16% |
| China | $739K | 12% |
| Australia | $738K | 12% |
| Turkey | $384K | 6.4% |
| Italy | $378K | 6.3% |
| Philippines | $360K | 6% |
| Thailand | $303K | 5% |
| United States | $232K | 3.9% |
| Ireland | $220K | 3.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $209K | 3.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $10.97 per kg, 42% above the world average of $7.73. 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.
Bucket conveyor systems imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $4.1 million of bucket conveyor systems in 2024 (204 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from France (30%), Japan (22%), Italy (18%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.2M | 30% |
| Japan | $881K | 22% |
| Italy | $741K | 18% |
| Germany | $520K | 13% |
| China | $286K | 7% |
| India | $82K | 2% |
| Spain | $81K | 2% |
| Netherlands | $66K | 1.6% |
| Denmark | $57K | 1.4% |
| Switzerland | $45K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom bucket conveyor systems exports (HS 8428.32): 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 8428.32: Elevators and conveyors: continuous-action, for goods or materials, bucket type, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20 or 8428.31.
Common questions
What is the value of bucket conveyor systems exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported bucket conveyor systems worth $6.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 550 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 86 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries buy bucket conveyor systems from the United Kingdom?
South Africa was the largest buyer with 16% of the value ($955 thousand), followed by China (12%) and Australia (12%). The top three together account for 40%, out of 58 buyer countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 111% on the year.
What is the average export price of bucket conveyor systems per kg?
The average declared export value was about $10.97 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $7.73 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of bucket conveyor systems from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $10.9 million in 2017 to $6.0 million in 2024, a fall of 45%. The peak was 2020 at $12.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $9.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import bucket conveyor systems?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Japan and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for bucket conveyor systems?
The HS code for bucket conveyor systems is subheading 8428.32. 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 8428 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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