Gym equipment imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of gym equipment by the United Kingdom reached $562.6 million in 2024 (142.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 223 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 27% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $980.3 million.
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 | $562.6M | 142.5K t |
| 2023 | $442.7M | 105.6K t |
| 2022 | $557.1M | 111.7K t |
| 2021 | $980.3M | 241.1K t |
| 2020 | $619.5M | 164.1K t |
| 2019 | $509.6M | 115.0K t |
| 2018 | $520.7M | 111.0K t |
| 2017 | $431.9M | 106.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports gym equipment from
China alone supplied 67% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $379.6M | 68% |
| United States | $46.2M | 8.2% |
| Taiwan | $36.6M | 6.5% |
| Italy | $26.0M | 4.6% |
| Hungary | $10.1M | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $9.3M | 1.7% |
| Germany | $8.0M | 1.4% |
| Slovakia | $7.3M | 1.3% |
| Vietnam | $5.5M | 1% |
| India | $5.0M | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.95 per kg, 23% below the world average of $5.15, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Gym equipment exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported gym equipment worth $113.7 million (11.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Netherlands (18%), United States (14%), Ireland (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+289% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $21.0M | 18% |
| United States | $15.9M | 14% |
| Ireland | $8.2M | 7.2% |
| Germany | $7.7M | 6.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $7.2M | 6.3% |
| France | $5.6M | 4.9% |
| China | $4.9M | 4.3% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 2.1% |
| Qatar | $2.4M | 2.1% |
| Switzerland | $2.3M | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom gym equipment imports (HS 9506.91): 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 9506.91: Athletics and gymnastics equipment.
Common questions
What is the value of gym equipment imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported gym equipment worth $562.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 142.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 223 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply gym equipment to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($379.6 million), followed by the United States (8%) and Taiwan (7%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 77 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 208% on the year.
What is the average import price of gym equipment per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.95 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $5.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of gym equipment to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $431.9 million in 2017 to $562.6 million in 2024, an increase of 30%. The peak was 2021 at $980.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $578.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export gym equipment?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $113.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, the United States and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $448.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for gym equipment?
The HS code for gym equipment is subheading 9506.91. It sits in HS chapter 95 (toys, games and sports requisites; parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9506 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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