Hand metering pumps imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $61.4 million of hand metering pumps in 2024 (5.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 217 countries. That is 8% more than in 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 | $61.4M | 5.6K t |
| 2023 | $56.7M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $56.9M | 5.2K t |
| 2021 | $52.0M | 6.7K t |
| 2020 | $63.0M | 7.8K t |
| 2019 | $51.6M | 7.2K t |
| 2018 | $41.5M | 22.9K t |
| 2017 | $34.8M | 7.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports hand metering pumps from
The largest suppliers were China (40%), France (30%), Netherlands (6%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $24.3M | 40% |
| France | $18.2M | 30% |
| Netherlands | $3.8M | 6.2% |
| United States | $3.0M | 5% |
| Italy | $2.7M | 4.4% |
| Germany | $2.5M | 4.1% |
| Taiwan | $2.0M | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 1.7% |
| Switzerland | $654K | 1.1% |
| Spain | $538K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.06 per kg, close to the world average of $9.97.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Hand metering pumps exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $23.0 million of hand metering pumps in 2024 (983 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to Belgium (16%), France (10%), Sweden (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 34%. Among the main buyer markets, Sweden grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $3.6M | 16% |
| France | $2.3M | 10% |
| Sweden | $1.9M | 8.4% |
| United States | $1.9M | 8.4% |
| Netherlands | $1.5M | 6.7% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 6.3% |
| Finland | $1.4M | 5.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.0M | 4.4% |
| Ireland | $771K | 3.4% |
| Italy | $702K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom hand metering pumps imports (HS 8413.20): 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 8413.20: Pumps: hand, fitted or designed to be fitted with a measuring device, for liquids, other than those of item no. 8413.11 or 8413.19.
Common questions
What is the value of hand metering pumps imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported hand metering pumps worth $61.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 217 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply hand metering pumps to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($24.3 million), followed by France (30%) and the Netherlands (6%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 59 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average import price of hand metering pumps per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.06 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $9.97 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of hand metering pumps to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $34.8 million in 2017 to $61.4 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. The peak was 2020 at $63.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $52.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export hand metering pumps?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $23.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, France and Sweden. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $38.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for hand metering pumps?
The HS code for hand metering pumps is subheading 8413.20. 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 8413 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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