Locomotive parts (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $30.9 million of locomotive parts (other) in 2024 (1.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 147 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 69% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $166.0 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 | $30.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $100.4M | 4.7K t |
| 2022 | $81.8M | 4.5K t |
| 2021 | $165.2M | 5.1K t |
| 2020 | $166.0M | 13.6K t |
| 2019 | $134.9M | 10.6K t |
| 2018 | $129.8M | 7.1K t |
| 2017 | $107.2M | 7.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports locomotive parts (other) from
Most of the value came from Germany (26%), China (20%), United States (15%). Among the main suppliers, Hungary grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $8.1M | 26% |
| China | $6.2M | 20% |
| United States | $4.7M | 15% |
| Spain | $3.8M | 12% |
| France | $2.4M | 7.9% |
| Switzerland | $1.1M | 3.6% |
| Hungary | $977K | 3.2% |
| Poland | $650K | 2.1% |
| Czech Republic | $413K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $388K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.14 per kg, close to the world average of $20.46.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Locomotive parts (other) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of locomotive parts (other) by the United Kingdom reached $11.3 million in 2024 (265 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Poland (27%), Italy (10%), United States (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $3.1M | 27% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 10% |
| United States | $1.1M | 10% |
| Germany | $947K | 8.4% |
| Czech Republic | $869K | 7.7% |
| Ireland | $791K | 7% |
| Malaysia | $635K | 5.6% |
| Hong Kong | $435K | 3.9% |
| Singapore | $372K | 3.3% |
| Austria | $360K | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom locomotive parts (other) imports (HS 8607.91): 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 8607.91: Railway or tramway locomotives: parts n.e.c. in heading no. 8607.
Common questions
What is the value of locomotive parts (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported locomotive parts (other) worth $30.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 147 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 69% on 2023.
Which countries supply locomotive parts (other) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($8.1 million), followed by China (20%) and the United States (15%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 36% on the year.
What is the average import price of locomotive parts (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.14 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $20.46 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of locomotive parts (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $107.2 million in 2017 to $30.9 million in 2024, a fall of 71%. The peak was 2020 at $166.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $114.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export locomotive parts (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $11.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Poland, Italy and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $19.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for locomotive parts (other)?
The HS code for locomotive parts (other) is subheading 8607.91. It sits in HS chapter 86 (railway, tramway locomotives, rolling-stock and parts thereof; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and parts thereof; mechanical (including electro-mechanical) traffic signalling equipment of all kinds). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8607 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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