Footwear manufacturing machinery imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $2.2 million of footwear manufacturing machinery in 2024 (55 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 0%. Value rose 6% on 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 | $2.2M | 55 t |
| 2023 | $2.0M | 77 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 86 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 107 t |
| 2020 | $2.3M | 98 t |
| 2019 | $1.9M | 65 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 101 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 66 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports footwear manufacturing machinery from
The largest suppliers were Italy (41%), Spain (19%), Czech Republic (12%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+512% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $889K | 41% |
| Spain | $420K | 19% |
| Czech Republic | $266K | 12% |
| United States | $176K | 8.1% |
| China | $153K | 7.1% |
| Germany | $144K | 6.6% |
| Greece | $37K | 1.7% |
| Poland | $32K | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $19K | 0.9% |
| Thailand | $13K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $39.23 per kg, 279% above the world average of $10.35. 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.
Footwear manufacturing machinery exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $486 thousand of footwear manufacturing machinery in 2024 (48 tonnes). Most of it went to Australia (32%), Thailand (14%), India (12%). Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+221% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $156K | 32% |
| Thailand | $71K | 15% |
| India | $60K | 12% |
| Ireland | $33K | 6.7% |
| Portugal | $30K | 6.1% |
| Italy | $28K | 5.8% |
| United States | $23K | 4.7% |
| Tunisia | $18K | 3.7% |
| France | $16K | 3.3% |
| Austria | $10K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom footwear manufacturing machinery imports (HS 8453.20): 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 8453.20: Machinery: for making or repairing footwear, other than sewing machines.
Common questions
What is the value of footwear manufacturing machinery imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported footwear manufacturing machinery worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 55 tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 159 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply footwear manufacturing machinery to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($889 thousand), followed by Spain (19%) and the Czech Republic (12%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 816% on the year.
What is the average import price of footwear manufacturing machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $39.23 per kg in 2024, 279% above the world average of $10.35 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of footwear manufacturing machinery to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024, an increase of 76%. The peak was 2022 at $2.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $1.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export footwear manufacturing machinery?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $486 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Australia, Thailand and India. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for footwear manufacturing machinery?
The HS code for footwear manufacturing machinery is subheading 8453.20. 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 8453 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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