Machine tool parts (other types) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of machine tool parts (other types) by the United Kingdom reached $146.8 million in 2024 (4.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 7% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $216.5 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 | $146.8M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $158.7M | 6.7K t |
| 2022 | $141.1M | 6.8K t |
| 2021 | $146.9M | 7.1K t |
| 2020 | $139.3M | 14.1K t |
| 2019 | $216.5M | 33.6K t |
| 2018 | $202.5M | 37.0K t |
| 2017 | $178.9M | 38.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports machine tool parts (other types) from
Most of the value came from Germany (27%), United States (15%), Japan (11%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $39.2M | 27% |
| United States | $21.5M | 15% |
| Japan | $15.8M | 11% |
| Italy | $12.6M | 8.6% |
| Switzerland | $10.1M | 6.9% |
| China | $9.4M | 6.4% |
| Spain | $7.7M | 5.3% |
| Taiwan | $6.4M | 4.4% |
| South Korea | $2.4M | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $2.2M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $30.43 per kg, 81% above the world average of $16.78. 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.
Machine tool parts (other types) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of machine tool parts (other types) by the United Kingdom reached $96.3 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Belgium (22%), United States (18%), Germany (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $21.5M | 22% |
| United States | $17.5M | 18% |
| Germany | $13.3M | 14% |
| France | $4.6M | 4.8% |
| Japan | $3.0M | 3.1% |
| India | $2.9M | 3% |
| Ireland | $2.7M | 2.8% |
| China | $2.4M | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $2.3M | 2.4% |
| Italy | $2.3M | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom machine tool parts (other types) imports (HS 8466.93): 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 8466.93: Parts & accessories suited for use solely/principally with machines of headings 8456-8465: n.e.c. in heading no. 8466.
Common questions
What is the value of machine tool parts (other types) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported machine tool parts (other types) worth $146.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 215 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply machine tool parts (other types) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($39.2 million), followed by the United States (15%) and Japan (11%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 66 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 41% on the year.
What is the average import price of machine tool parts (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $30.43 per kg in 2024, 81% above the world average of $16.78 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of machine tool parts (other types) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $178.9 million in 2017 to $146.8 million in 2024, a fall of 18%. The peak was 2019 at $216.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $166.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export machine tool parts (other types)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $96.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, the United States and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $50.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for machine tool parts (other types)?
The HS code for machine tool parts (other types) is subheading 8466.93. 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 8466 page.
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