Dry cleaning machines imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of dry cleaning machines by the United Kingdom reached $3.1 million in 2024 (99 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 173 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 17% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $4.1 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 | $3.1M | 99 t |
| 2023 | $3.7M | 548 t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 751 t |
| 2021 | $2.8M | 728 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 506 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 593 t |
| 2018 | $4.1M | 513 t |
| 2017 | $2.2M | 151 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports dry cleaning machines from
Italy alone supplied 86% of it. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+128% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $2.6M | 86% |
| Germany | $186K | 6.1% |
| Sweden | $83K | 2.7% |
| United States | $54K | 1.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $54K | 1.8% |
| China | $26K | 0.9% |
| France | $13K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $3K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $3K | 0.1% |
| Pakistan | $3K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $30.97 per kg, 226% above the world average of $9.50. 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.
Dry cleaning machines exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported dry cleaning machines worth $379 thousand (43 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (42%), Germany (31%), Ireland (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $159K | 42% |
| Germany | $117K | 31% |
| Ireland | $35K | 9.2% |
| France | $21K | 5.6% |
| Morocco | $15K | 3.9% |
| Singapore | $7K | 1.9% |
| Tanzania | $4K | 1.1% |
| Kuwait | $4K | 1% |
| Pakistan | $3K | 0.9% |
| India | $3K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom dry cleaning machines imports (HS 8451.10): 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 8451.10: Dry-cleaning machines.
Common questions
What is the value of dry cleaning machines imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported dry cleaning machines worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 99 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 173 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 17% on 2023.
Which countries supply dry cleaning machines to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($2.6 million), followed by Germany (6%) and Sweden (3%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 839% on the year.
What is the average import price of dry cleaning machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $30.97 per kg in 2024, 226% above the world average of $9.50 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of dry cleaning machines to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.2 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, an increase of 42%. The peak was 2018 at $4.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export dry cleaning machines?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $379 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Germany and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for dry cleaning machines?
The HS code for dry cleaning machines is subheading 8451.10. 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 8451 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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