Leaf springs imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported leaf springs worth $37.4 million (9.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 9% 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 | $37.4M | 9.0K t |
| 2023 | $41.1M | 9.5K t |
| 2022 | $37.6M | 9.5K t |
| 2021 | $39.6M | 11.4K t |
| 2020 | $28.8M | 8.9K t |
| 2019 | $30.7M | 8.4K t |
| 2018 | $35.5M | 9.0K t |
| 2017 | $29.9M | 8.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports leaf springs from
The largest suppliers were Germany (20%), Belgium (12%), Turkey (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 45%.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $7.6M | 20% |
| Belgium | $4.6M | 12% |
| Turkey | $4.6M | 12% |
| India | $3.8M | 10% |
| Hungary | $3.4M | 9.2% |
| China | $2.5M | 6.8% |
| France | $1.6M | 4.3% |
| Czech Republic | $1.5M | 4% |
| Poland | $1.3M | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $1.1M | 3.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.16 per kg, 43% above the world average of $2.91. 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.
Leaf springs exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $5.8 million of leaf springs in 2024 (535 tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (12%), Germany (9%), China (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 30%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+194% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $686K | 12% |
| Germany | $519K | 9% |
| China | $502K | 8.7% |
| Netherlands | $483K | 8.4% |
| India | $347K | 6% |
| Italy | $344K | 6% |
| United States | $330K | 5.7% |
| Poland | $248K | 4.3% |
| France | $205K | 3.6% |
| Ukraine | $161K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom leaf springs imports (HS 7320.10): 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 7320.10: Iron or steel: leaf-springs and leaves therefor.
Common questions
What is the value of leaf springs imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported leaf springs worth $37.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 202 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply leaf springs to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($7.6 million), followed by Belgium (12%) and Turkey (12%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 26% on the year.
What is the average import price of leaf springs per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.16 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $2.91 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of leaf springs to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $29.9 million in 2017 to $37.4 million in 2024, an increase of 25%. The peak was 2023 at $41.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $35.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export leaf springs?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $5.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Germany and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $31.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for leaf springs?
The HS code for leaf springs is subheading 7320.10. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7320 page.
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