Fruit and vegetable processing machinery imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported fruit and vegetable processing machinery worth $22.6 million (528 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 43% 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 | $22.6M | 528 t |
| 2023 | $15.8M | 629 t |
| 2022 | $19.8M | 637 t |
| 2021 | $19.1M | 565 t |
| 2020 | $8.4M | 335 t |
| 2019 | $12.7M | 472 t |
| 2018 | $24.4M | 693 t |
| 2017 | $14.9M | 325 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports fruit and vegetable processing machinery from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (41%), United States (13%), Italy (11%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+170% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $9.1M | 41% |
| United States | $2.9M | 13% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 11% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 7.3% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 6.4% |
| France | $1.1M | 5% |
| Belgium | $1.1M | 4.8% |
| China | $948K | 4.2% |
| Sweden | $468K | 2.1% |
| Denmark | $427K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $42.75 per kg, 67% above the world average of $25.55. 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.
Fruit and vegetable processing machinery exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported fruit and vegetable processing machinery worth $12.2 million (521 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (18%), Ireland (12%), United States (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Finland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $2.3M | 19% |
| Ireland | $1.5M | 12% |
| United States | $1.4M | 12% |
| Germany | $951K | 7.8% |
| Argentina | $770K | 6.3% |
| France | $744K | 6.1% |
| Finland | $451K | 3.7% |
| Lebanon | $438K | 3.6% |
| Canada | $403K | 3.3% |
| Hong Kong | $381K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom fruit and vegetable processing machinery imports (HS 8438.60): 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 8438.60: Machinery: industrial, for the preparation of fruits, nuts or vegetables.
Common questions
What is the value of fruit and vegetable processing machinery imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported fruit and vegetable processing machinery worth $22.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 528 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 202 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries supply fruit and vegetable processing machinery to the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($9.1 million), followed by the United States (13%) and Italy (11%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 880% on the year.
What is the average import price of fruit and vegetable processing machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $42.75 per kg in 2024, 67% above the world average of $25.55 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of fruit and vegetable processing machinery to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.9 million in 2017 to $22.6 million in 2024, an increase of 51%. The peak was 2018 at $24.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $17.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export fruit and vegetable processing machinery?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $12.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Ireland and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $10.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for fruit and vegetable processing machinery?
The HS code for fruit and vegetable processing machinery is subheading 8438.60. 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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