Bulldozer blades exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $11.8 million of bulldozer blades in 2024 (4.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 92 countries. Value fell 18% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $23.8 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 | $11.8M | 4.7K t |
| 2023 | $14.4M | 4.8K t |
| 2022 | $23.8M | 10.9K t |
| 2021 | $18.8M | 8.9K t |
| 2020 | $13.0M | 7.0K t |
| 2019 | $14.5M | 7.6K t |
| 2018 | $16.1M | 8.9K t |
| 2017 | $15.7M | 8.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports bulldozer blades to
The largest buyer markets were Belgium (32%), Hungary (23%), United States (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest (+190% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $3.7M | 32% |
| Hungary | $2.8M | 23% |
| United States | $2.0M | 17% |
| Brazil | $819K | 6.9% |
| Singapore | $359K | 3% |
| Thailand | $299K | 2.5% |
| Mexico | $275K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $272K | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $147K | 1.3% |
| Australia | $140K | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.49 per kg, 33% below the world average of $3.69, 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.
Bulldozer blades imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported bulldozer blades worth $3.7 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. China alone supplied 64% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+817% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.4M | 64% |
| United States | $527K | 14% |
| Japan | $208K | 5.6% |
| Netherlands | $172K | 4.7% |
| India | $131K | 3.6% |
| Spain | $114K | 3.1% |
| Germany | $41K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $36K | 1% |
| France | $21K | 0.6% |
| Singapore | $16K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom bulldozer blades exports (HS 8431.42): 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 8431.42: Machinery parts: bulldozer or angledozer blades.
Common questions
What is the value of bulldozer blades exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported bulldozer blades worth $11.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 92 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries buy bulldozer blades from the United Kingdom?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($3.7 million), followed by Hungary (23%) and the United States (17%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 47 buyer countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 190% on the year.
What is the average export price of bulldozer blades per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.49 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $3.69 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of bulldozer blades from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $15.7 million in 2017 to $11.8 million in 2024, a fall of 25%. The peak was 2022 at $23.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import bulldozer blades?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $3.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United States and Japan. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for bulldozer blades?
The HS code for bulldozer blades is subheading 8431.42. 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 8431 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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