Large capacity washing machines imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported large capacity washing machines worth $106.3 million (19.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 41% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $106.3M | 19.8K t |
| 2023 | $75.2M | 13.0K t |
| 2022 | $59.8M | 10.3K t |
| 2021 | $48.6M | 8.0K t |
| 2020 | $48.7M | 13.8K t |
| 2019 | $39.9M | 11.0K t |
| 2018 | $35.9M | 6.8K t |
| 2017 | $39.6M | 7.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports large capacity washing machines from
The largest suppliers were Poland (33%), China (30%), Italy (7%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+669% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $35.5M | 33% |
| China | $32.4M | 31% |
| Italy | $7.2M | 6.8% |
| Czech Republic | $7.0M | 6.6% |
| Germany | $5.4M | 5.1% |
| Vietnam | $4.5M | 4.2% |
| Sweden | $3.3M | 3.1% |
| Spain | $3.0M | 2.8% |
| Slovakia | $1.6M | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.36 per kg, close to the world average of $5.40.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Large capacity washing machines exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of large capacity washing machines by the United Kingdom reached $4.8 million in 2024 (670 tonnes). Ireland alone took 75% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+294% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $3.6M | 75% |
| Turkey | $197K | 4.1% |
| Spain | $175K | 3.7% |
| Libya | $172K | 3.6% |
| Senegal | $90K | 1.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $49K | 1% |
| France | $48K | 1% |
| Czech Republic | $41K | 0.9% |
| Egypt | $36K | 0.8% |
| Morocco | $31K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom large capacity washing machines imports (HS 8450.20): 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 8450.20: Washing machines: household or laundry-type, of a dry linen capacity exceeding 10kg.
Common questions
What is the value of large capacity washing machines imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported large capacity washing machines worth $106.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 19.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 215 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 41% on 2023.
Which countries supply large capacity washing machines to the United Kingdom?
Poland was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($35.5 million), followed by China (30%) and Italy (7%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 669% on the year.
What is the average import price of large capacity washing machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.36 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $5.40 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of large capacity washing machines to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.6 million in 2017 to $106.3 million in 2024, an increase of 168%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $56.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export large capacity washing machines?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Turkey and Spain. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $101.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for large capacity washing machines?
The HS code for large capacity washing machines is subheading 8450.20. 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 8450 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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