Injection molding machines imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported injection molding machines worth $66.5 million (5.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 20% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $110.7 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 | $66.5M | 5.9K t |
| 2023 | $83.1M | 6.8K t |
| 2022 | $99.3M | 9.1K t |
| 2021 | $110.7M | 9.2K t |
| 2020 | $96.8M | 9.1K t |
| 2019 | $92.3M | 9.4K t |
| 2018 | $110.2M | 9.1K t |
| 2017 | $105.6M | 8.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports injection molding machines from
Most of the value came from Italy (21%), Germany (20%), China (19%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+255% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $13.9M | 21% |
| Germany | $13.0M | 20% |
| China | $12.4M | 19% |
| Austria | $12.1M | 18% |
| France | $3.3M | 5% |
| Japan | $2.3M | 3.5% |
| Switzerland | $1.6M | 2.5% |
| Ireland | $1.4M | 2% |
| Luxembourg | $1.0M | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $1.0M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.23 per kg, 49% above the world average of $7.52. 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.
Injection molding machines exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported injection molding machines worth $15.7 million (2.2 thousand tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (29%), Ireland (25%), Saudi Arabia (6%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.5M | 29% |
| Ireland | $4.0M | 25% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.0M | 6.4% |
| Germany | $777K | 5% |
| India | $639K | 4.1% |
| Denmark | $437K | 2.8% |
| Egypt | $420K | 2.7% |
| Czech Republic | $380K | 2.4% |
| Slovakia | $375K | 2.4% |
| Turkey | $315K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom injection molding machines imports (HS 8477.10): 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 8477.10: Machinery: injection-moulding machines, for working rubber or plastics or for the manufacture of products from these materials.
Common questions
What is the value of injection molding machines imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported injection molding machines worth $66.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 176 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply injection molding machines to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($13.9 million), followed by Germany (20%) and China (19%). The top three together account for 59%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 255% on the year.
What is the average import price of injection molding machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.23 per kg in 2024, 49% above the world average of $7.52 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of injection molding machines to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $105.6 million in 2017 to $66.5 million in 2024, a fall of 37%. The peak was 2021 at $110.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $95.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export injection molding machines?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $15.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Ireland and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $50.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for injection molding machines?
The HS code for injection molding machines is subheading 8477.10. 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 8477 page.
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