Excavators with rotating superstructure imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $855.0 million of excavators with rotating superstructure in 2024 (127.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 216 countries. That is 24% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $1.21 billion.
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 | $855.0M | 127.5K t |
| 2023 | $1.12B | 162.2K t |
| 2022 | $1.21B | 193.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.07B | 181.0K t |
| 2020 | $613.7M | 112.1K t |
| 2019 | $965.5M | 170.3K t |
| 2018 | $1.01B | 174.7K t |
| 2017 | $856.7M | 147.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports excavators with rotating superstructure from
Most of the value came from Japan (40%), China (24%), South Korea (7%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $343.9M | 40% |
| China | $206.2M | 24% |
| South Korea | $62.7M | 7.3% |
| Germany | $46.9M | 5.5% |
| Netherlands | $46.3M | 5.4% |
| France | $36.6M | 4.3% |
| Italy | $28.1M | 3.3% |
| Czech Republic | $18.9M | 2.2% |
| Ireland | $16.0M | 1.9% |
| Belgium | $15.0M | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.71 per kg, 35% above the world average of $4.97. 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.
Excavators with rotating superstructure exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported excavators with rotating superstructure worth $813.6 million (144.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 143 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (13%), Ireland (13%), Poland (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $107.2M | 13% |
| Ireland | $105.8M | 13% |
| Poland | $74.9M | 9.2% |
| Belgium | $70.9M | 8.7% |
| United States | $67.4M | 8.3% |
| Germany | $46.0M | 5.7% |
| Spain | $34.2M | 4.2% |
| France | $32.0M | 3.9% |
| Italy | $28.0M | 3.4% |
| Austria | $25.2M | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom excavators with rotating superstructure imports (HS 8429.52): 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 8429.52: Mechanical shovels, excavators and shovel loaders: with a 360 degree revolving super structure.
Common questions
What is the value of excavators with rotating superstructure imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported excavators with rotating superstructure worth $855.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 127.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 216 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply excavators with rotating superstructure to the United Kingdom?
Japan was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($343.9 million), followed by China (24%) and South Korea (7%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 11% on the year.
What is the average import price of excavators with rotating superstructure per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.71 per kg in 2024, 35% above the world average of $4.97 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of excavators with rotating superstructure to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $856.7 million in 2017 to $855.0 million in 2024, a fall of 0%. The peak was 2022 at $1.21 billion. Over 8 years the average was $963.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export excavators with rotating superstructure?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $813.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Ireland and Poland. That compares with imports of $855.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for excavators with rotating superstructure?
The HS code for excavators with rotating superstructure is subheading 8429.52. 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 8429 page.
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