Distillation and rectification equipment imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported distillation and rectification equipment worth $21.4 million (578 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 60% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $53.0 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 | $21.4M | 578 t |
| 2023 | $53.0M | 936 t |
| 2022 | $9.2M | 308 t |
| 2021 | $15.1M | 417 t |
| 2020 | $17.6M | 884 t |
| 2019 | $14.4M | 638 t |
| 2018 | $7.2M | 359 t |
| 2017 | $7.8M | 325 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports distillation and rectification equipment from
Most of the value came from Switzerland (33%), Germany (21%), Italy (15%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+636% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $7.1M | 33% |
| Germany | $4.4M | 21% |
| Italy | $3.1M | 15% |
| China | $1.5M | 7.2% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 6.7% |
| India | $1.3M | 6% |
| France | $860K | 4% |
| Austria | $326K | 1.5% |
| Sweden | $239K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $204K | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $36.93 per kg, 166% above the world average of $13.90. 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.
Distillation and rectification equipment exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of distillation and rectification equipment by the United Kingdom reached $11.1 million in 2024 (275 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United States (24%), Mexico (13%), Japan (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.7M | 24% |
| Mexico | $1.5M | 13% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 11% |
| France | $938K | 8.4% |
| China | $485K | 4.4% |
| Spain | $481K | 4.3% |
| Slovakia | $343K | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $336K | 3% |
| Germany | $286K | 2.6% |
| New Zealand | $246K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom distillation and rectification equipment imports (HS 8419.40): 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 8419.40: Distilling or rectifying plant: not used for domestic purposes.
Common questions
What is the value of distillation and rectification equipment imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported distillation and rectification equipment worth $21.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 578 tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 196 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 60% on 2023.
Which countries supply distillation and rectification equipment to the United Kingdom?
Switzerland was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Germany (21%) and Italy (15%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 636% on the year.
What is the average import price of distillation and rectification equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $36.93 per kg in 2024, 166% above the world average of $13.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of distillation and rectification equipment to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.8 million in 2017 to $21.4 million in 2024, an increase of 173%. The peak was 2023 at $53.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export distillation and rectification equipment?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $11.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Mexico and Japan. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $10.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for distillation and rectification equipment?
The HS code for distillation and rectification equipment is subheading 8419.40. 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 8419 page.
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