Food processing machinery parts imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported food processing machinery parts worth $153.5 million (4.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 212 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 10% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $153.5M | 4.1K t |
| 2023 | $139.5M | 3.7K t |
| 2022 | $139.0M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $147.2M | 7.1K t |
| 2020 | $154.4M | 4.6K t |
| 2019 | $165.9M | 5.6K t |
| 2018 | $159.9M | 8.2K t |
| 2017 | $172.0M | 7.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports food processing machinery parts from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (18%), Germany (18%), United States (16%). Among the main suppliers, Romania grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $27.6M | 18% |
| Germany | $26.9M | 18% |
| United States | $24.2M | 16% |
| Italy | $18.6M | 12% |
| Romania | $12.3M | 8% |
| Denmark | $7.8M | 5.1% |
| France | $5.8M | 3.8% |
| Switzerland | $4.3M | 2.8% |
| China | $3.3M | 2.2% |
| Spain | $3.1M | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $37.86 per kg, 44% above the world average of $26.28. 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.
Food processing machinery parts exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $102.6 million of food processing machinery parts in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were United States (19%), Mexico (13%), Ireland (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+75% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $19.9M | 19% |
| Mexico | $13.0M | 13% |
| Ireland | $7.3M | 7.1% |
| Netherlands | $4.6M | 4.5% |
| China | $4.0M | 3.9% |
| Australia | $3.9M | 3.8% |
| Germany | $3.5M | 3.4% |
| South Africa | $3.4M | 3.3% |
| France | $3.1M | 3.1% |
| Canada | $2.6M | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom food processing machinery parts imports (HS 8438.90): 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 8438.90: Machinery: parts of those machines used in the industrial preparation or manufacture of food or drink.
Common questions
What is the value of food processing machinery parts imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported food processing machinery parts worth $153.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 212 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply food processing machinery parts to the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 18% of the value ($27.6 million), followed by Germany (18%) and the United States (16%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 63 supplier countries in total. Romania grew fastest among the top ten, up 54% on the year.
What is the average import price of food processing machinery parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $37.86 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $26.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of food processing machinery parts to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $172.0 million in 2017 to $153.5 million in 2024, a fall of 11%. The peak was 2017 at $172.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $153.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export food processing machinery parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $102.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Mexico and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $50.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for food processing machinery parts?
The HS code for food processing machinery parts is subheading 8438.90. 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 8438 page.
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