Electromagnetic clutches and brakes imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electromagnetic clutches and brakes by the United Kingdom reached $21.6 million in 2024 (419 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 16% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $21.6M | 419 t |
| 2023 | $18.5M | 419 t |
| 2022 | $17.5M | 421 t |
| 2021 | $14.7M | 460 t |
| 2020 | $13.0M | 480 t |
| 2019 | $16.6M | 569 t |
| 2018 | $15.1M | 571 t |
| 2017 | $11.3M | 401 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports electromagnetic clutches and brakes from
Most of the value came from Germany (32%), United States (23%), France (9%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+96% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $6.9M | 32% |
| United States | $5.0M | 23% |
| France | $1.9M | 8.9% |
| China | $1.5M | 6.9% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 4.8% |
| Spain | $943K | 4.4% |
| India | $890K | 4.1% |
| Austria | $877K | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $392K | 1.8% |
| Finland | $319K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $51.49 per kg, 139% above the world average of $21.57. 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.
Electromagnetic clutches and brakes exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of electromagnetic clutches and brakes by the United Kingdom reached $17.4 million in 2024 (599 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were Germany (14%), Sweden (14%), United States (14%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest (+56% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.5M | 15% |
| Sweden | $2.4M | 14% |
| United States | $2.4M | 14% |
| Poland | $1.0M | 5.9% |
| Czech Republic | $1.0M | 5.8% |
| France | $973K | 5.6% |
| Belgium | $820K | 4.7% |
| Netherlands | $699K | 4% |
| Austria | $615K | 3.5% |
| South Korea | $555K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom electromagnetic clutches and brakes imports (HS 8505.20): 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 8505.20: Magnets: electro-magnetic couplings, clutches and brakes.
Common questions
What is the value of electromagnetic clutches and brakes imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported electromagnetic clutches and brakes worth $21.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 419 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 196 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply electromagnetic clutches and brakes to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($6.9 million), followed by the United States (23%) and France (9%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 47 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 96% on the year.
What is the average import price of electromagnetic clutches and brakes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $51.49 per kg in 2024, 139% above the world average of $21.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electromagnetic clutches and brakes to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.3 million in 2017 to $21.6 million in 2024, an increase of 91%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $16.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export electromagnetic clutches and brakes?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $17.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Sweden and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $4.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for electromagnetic clutches and brakes?
The HS code for electromagnetic clutches and brakes is subheading 8505.20. 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 8505 page.
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