Light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $275.7 million of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (21.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 13% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $275.7M | 21.4K t |
| 2023 | $317.3M | 25.1K t |
| 2022 | $99.4M | 8.1K t |
| 2021 | $148.8M | 15.3K t |
| 2020 | $97.1M | 9.9K t |
| 2019 | $208.9M | 21.0K t |
| 2018 | $140.7M | 14.3K t |
| 2017 | $118.4M | 16.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports light petrol trucks <5 tonnes from
Most of the value came from Turkey (27%), Romania (26%), Thailand (15%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+624% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $73.6M | 27% |
| Romania | $71.1M | 26% |
| Thailand | $40.4M | 15% |
| Belgium | $28.6M | 10% |
| France | $24.6M | 8.9% |
| Poland | $15.1M | 5.5% |
| Japan | $9.3M | 3.4% |
| Mexico | $6.1M | 2.2% |
| Spain | $4.0M | 1.4% |
| United States | $1.3M | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.88 per kg, close to the world average of $11.46.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Light petrol trucks <5 tonnes exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $5.2 million of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes in 2024 (771 tonnes). Most of it went to Nigeria (14%), Ireland (14%), Germany (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+59% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | $716K | 14% |
| Ireland | $702K | 14% |
| Germany | $485K | 9.4% |
| United States | $397K | 7.7% |
| Cyprus | $294K | 5.7% |
| Singapore | $263K | 5.1% |
| Czech Republic | $235K | 4.5% |
| Estonia | $178K | 3.4% |
| Netherlands | $155K | 3% |
| Japan | $143K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imports (HS 8704.31): 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 8704.31: Vehicles: spark-ignition internal combustion piston engine, for transport of goods, (of a g.v.w. not exceeding 5 tonnes), n.e.c. in item no 8704.1.
Common questions
What is the value of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported light petrol trucks <5 tonnes worth $275.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 215 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to the United Kingdom?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($73.6 million), followed by Romania (26%) and Thailand (15%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 624% on the year.
What is the average import price of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.88 per kg in 2024, 12% above the world average of $11.46 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of light petrol trucks <5 tonnes to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $118.4 million in 2017 to $275.7 million in 2024, an increase of 133%. The peak was 2023 at $317.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $175.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export light petrol trucks <5 tonnes?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $5.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Nigeria, Ireland and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $270.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes?
The HS code for light petrol trucks <5 tonnes is subheading 8704.31. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8704 page.
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