Instant water heaters exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of instant water heaters by the United Kingdom reached $8.9 million in 2024 (548 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 4% 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8.9M | 548 t |
| 2023 | $8.5M | 363 t |
| 2022 | $7.0M | 303 t |
| 2021 | $4.6M | 132 t |
| 2020 | $5.4M | 215 t |
| 2019 | $7.1M | 281 t |
| 2018 | $7.0M | 274 t |
| 2017 | $5.0M | 203 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports instant water heaters to
Ireland alone took 70% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+116% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $6.2M | 70% |
| Japan | $426K | 4.8% |
| France | $356K | 4% |
| China | $312K | 3.5% |
| Germany | $237K | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $229K | 2.6% |
| United States | $225K | 2.5% |
| Hungary | $173K | 2% |
| New Zealand | $75K | 0.9% |
| Bangladesh | $60K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.18 per kg, 26% above the world average of $12.83. 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.
Instant water heaters imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of instant water heaters by the United Kingdom reached $7.7 million in 2024 (553 tonnes). Most of the value came from China (35%), Japan (17%), Poland (13%). Among the main suppliers, Philippines grew fastest (+714% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.7M | 35% |
| Japan | $1.4M | 18% |
| Poland | $1.0M | 13% |
| Italy | $739K | 9.5% |
| Netherlands | $506K | 6.5% |
| Ireland | $506K | 6.5% |
| South Korea | $181K | 2.3% |
| Austria | $176K | 2.3% |
| Philippines | $159K | 2.1% |
| Malaysia | $146K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom instant water heaters exports (HS 8419.11): 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 8419.11: Heaters: instantaneous gas water heaters, for domestic or other purposes.
Common questions
What is the value of instant water heaters exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported instant water heaters worth $8.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 548 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 102 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy instant water heaters from the United Kingdom?
Ireland was the largest buyer with 70% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by Japan (5%) and France (4%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 63 buyer countries in total. New Zealand grew fastest among the top ten, up 617% on the year.
What is the average export price of instant water heaters per kg?
The average declared export value was about $16.18 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $12.83 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of instant water heaters from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.0 million in 2017 to $8.9 million in 2024, an increase of 77%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import instant water heaters?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $7.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Japan and Poland. That compares with exports of $8.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for instant water heaters?
The HS code for instant water heaters is subheading 8419.11. 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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