Hammers imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported hammers worth $15.2 million (3.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 219 countries. Value rose 7% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $20.5 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 | $15.2M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $14.2M | 2.7K t |
| 2022 | $17.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2021 | $20.5M | 4.8K t |
| 2020 | $12.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $13.8M | 3.2K t |
| 2018 | $16.1M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $16.4M | 3.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports hammers from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.3M | 55% |
| United States | $3.1M | 20% |
| India | $1.3M | 8.3% |
| Taiwan | $692K | 4.6% |
| Mexico | $549K | 3.6% |
| Germany | $349K | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $144K | 1% |
| Ireland | $131K | 0.9% |
| France | $117K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $96K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.09 per kg, 31% above the world average of $3.89. 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.
Hammers exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $4.1 million of hammers in 2024 (424 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Australia (16%), United States (12%), Ireland (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+242% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $672K | 16% |
| United States | $486K | 12% |
| Ireland | $447K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $397K | 9.6% |
| France | $247K | 6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $188K | 4.5% |
| South Africa | $128K | 3.1% |
| Qatar | $113K | 2.7% |
| Germany | $100K | 2.4% |
| Singapore | $99K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom hammers imports (HS 8205.20): 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 8205.20: Tools, hand: hammers and sledge hammers.
Common questions
What is the value of hammers imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported hammers worth $15.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 219 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply hammers to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($8.3 million), followed by the United States (20%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 53 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 57% on the year.
What is the average import price of hammers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.09 per kg in 2024, 31% above the world average of $3.89 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of hammers to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.4 million in 2017 to $15.2 million in 2024, a fall of 7%. The peak was 2021 at $20.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export hammers?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Australia, the United States and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $11.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for hammers?
The HS code for hammers is subheading 8205.20. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8205 page.
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