Heat treatment machinery (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $257.9 million of heat treatment machinery (other) in 2024 (9.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 220 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $257.9M | 9.0K t |
| 2023 | $258.4M | 9.9K t |
| 2022 | $192.4M | 7.1K t |
| 2021 | $168.6M | 6.2K t |
| 2020 | $137.1M | 5.3K t |
| 2019 | $142.9M | 5.2K t |
| 2018 | $174.1M | 5.7K t |
| 2017 | $163.2M | 5.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports heat treatment machinery (other) from
Most of the value came from Germany (23%), Italy (14%), United States (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $60.2M | 23% |
| Italy | $35.7M | 14% |
| United States | $27.9M | 11% |
| China | $18.2M | 7% |
| Belgium | $17.2M | 6.7% |
| France | $12.8M | 5% |
| Switzerland | $12.7M | 4.9% |
| Sweden | $11.2M | 4.3% |
| Netherlands | $9.9M | 3.8% |
| Spain | $6.3M | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.51 per kg, 26% above the world average of $22.61. 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.
Heat treatment machinery (other) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported heat treatment machinery (other) worth $249.9 million (5.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 164 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were China (11%), United States (11%), Netherlands (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 29%. Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $28.4M | 11% |
| United States | $26.5M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $16.6M | 6.7% |
| South Africa | $14.7M | 5.9% |
| Germany | $12.6M | 5% |
| France | $11.8M | 4.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $10.7M | 4.3% |
| India | $10.5M | 4.2% |
| Ireland | $8.5M | 3.4% |
| Malaysia | $8.4M | 3.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom heat treatment machinery (other) imports (HS 8419.89): 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 8419.89: Machinery, plant and laboratory equipment: for treating materials by change of temperature, other than for making hot drinks or cooking or heating food.
Common questions
What is the value of heat treatment machinery (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported heat treatment machinery (other) worth $257.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 220 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply heat treatment machinery (other) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($60.2 million), followed by Italy (14%) and the United States (11%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 65 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 110% on the year.
What is the average import price of heat treatment machinery (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.51 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $22.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of heat treatment machinery (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $163.2 million in 2017 to $257.9 million in 2024, an increase of 58%. The peak was 2023 at $258.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $186.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export heat treatment machinery (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $249.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, the United States and the Netherlands. That compares with imports of $257.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for heat treatment machinery (other)?
The HS code for heat treatment machinery (other) is subheading 8419.89. 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 8419 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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