Domestic heating appliances (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported domestic heating appliances (other) worth $376.9 million (43.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 221 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 16% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average.
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 | $376.9M | 43.1K t |
| 2023 | $446.3M | 53.4K t |
| 2022 | $382.6M | 38.7K t |
| 2021 | $330.3M | 34.3K t |
| 2020 | $239.9M | 26.7K t |
| 2019 | $220.6M | 23.4K t |
| 2018 | $238.2M | 24.8K t |
| 2017 | $216.5M | 23.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports domestic heating appliances (other) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 81% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $305.5M | 81% |
| Germany | $17.8M | 4.7% |
| Spain | $15.6M | 4.2% |
| France | $10.7M | 2.8% |
| Italy | $5.4M | 1.4% |
| Switzerland | $4.1M | 1.1% |
| Slovakia | $2.3M | 0.6% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 0.5% |
| Hungary | $1.8M | 0.5% |
| Ireland | $1.5M | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.74 per kg, close to the world average of $10.02.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Domestic heating appliances (other) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported domestic heating appliances (other) worth $31.8 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). Ireland alone took 53% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+225% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $16.9M | 53% |
| Netherlands | $3.2M | 10% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 4.7% |
| China | $1.5M | 4.6% |
| France | $1.3M | 3.9% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 3.9% |
| United States | $956K | 3% |
| Australia | $470K | 1.5% |
| India | $341K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $327K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom domestic heating appliances (other) imports (HS 8516.79): 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 8516.79: Electro-thermic appliances: n.e.c. in heading no. 8516, used for domestic purposes.
Common questions
What is the value of domestic heating appliances (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported domestic heating appliances (other) worth $376.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 43.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 221 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply domestic heating appliances (other) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 81% of the value ($305.5 million), followed by Germany (5%) and Spain (4%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 70 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 222% on the year.
What is the average import price of domestic heating appliances (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.74 per kg in 2024, 13% below the world average of $10.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of domestic heating appliances (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $216.5 million in 2017 to $376.9 million in 2024, an increase of 74%. The peak was 2023 at $446.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $306.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export domestic heating appliances (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $31.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the Netherlands and the United Arab Emirates. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $345.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for domestic heating appliances (other)?
The HS code for domestic heating appliances (other) is subheading 8516.79. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8516 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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