Central heating boilers imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported central heating boilers worth $344.5 million (37.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 177 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $471.5 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 | $344.5M | 37.6K t |
| 2023 | $349.0M | 38.2K t |
| 2022 | $349.3M | 36.6K t |
| 2021 | $466.9M | 44.3K t |
| 2020 | $386.3M | 32.6K t |
| 2019 | $438.7M | 34.9K t |
| 2018 | $471.5M | 36.1K t |
| 2017 | $441.4M | 38.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports central heating boilers from
The largest suppliers were Turkey (27%), Ireland (17%), Germany (17%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $94.1M | 27% |
| Ireland | $58.5M | 17% |
| Germany | $57.9M | 17% |
| Portugal | $31.3M | 9.1% |
| Netherlands | $19.8M | 5.7% |
| Italy | $19.1M | 5.6% |
| Poland | $14.7M | 4.3% |
| Slovakia | $14.3M | 4.2% |
| South Korea | $11.3M | 3.3% |
| France | $5.2M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.17 per kg, 28% below the world average of $12.76, 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.
Central heating boilers exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of central heating boilers by the United Kingdom reached $62.2 million in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Ireland (38%), United States (25%), Germany (23%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $23.7M | 38% |
| United States | $15.4M | 25% |
| Germany | $14.5M | 23% |
| Belgium | $1.8M | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $1.0M | 1.6% |
| France | $819K | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $679K | 1.1% |
| Czech Republic | $574K | 0.9% |
| Italy | $560K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $497K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom central heating boilers imports (HS 8403.10): 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 8403.10: Boilers: central heating boilers (excluding those of heading no. 8402).
Common questions
What is the value of central heating boilers imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported central heating boilers worth $344.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 37.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 177 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply central heating boilers to the United Kingdom?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($94.1 million), followed by Ireland (17%) and Germany (17%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 52% on the year.
What is the average import price of central heating boilers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.17 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $12.76 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of central heating boilers to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $441.4 million in 2017 to $344.5 million in 2024, a fall of 22%. The peak was 2018 at $471.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $405.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export central heating boilers?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $62.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the United States and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $282.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for central heating boilers?
The HS code for central heating boilers is subheading 8403.10. 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 8403 page.
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