Manual drilling machines exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported manual drilling machines worth $15.9 million (989 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 129 countries. Value rose 59% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15.9M | 989 t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 732 t |
| 2022 | $9.0M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $8.9M | 817 t |
| 2020 | $9.8M | 765 t |
| 2019 | $9.4M | 833 t |
| 2018 | $10.1M | 724 t |
| 2017 | $8.6M | 916 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports manual drilling machines to
Most of it went to France (27%), India (19%), Saudi Arabia (10%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $4.2M | 27% |
| India | $3.0M | 19% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.6M | 10% |
| Canada | $699K | 4.4% |
| South Korea | $572K | 3.6% |
| Ireland | $527K | 3.3% |
| Germany | $482K | 3% |
| United States | $453K | 2.9% |
| Iraq | $376K | 2.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $336K | 2.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.04 per kg, 164% above the world average of $6.07. 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.
Manual drilling machines imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $8.1 million of manual drilling machines in 2024 (1.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. China alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.5M | 56% |
| Italy | $617K | 7.6% |
| United States | $497K | 6.2% |
| Netherlands | $378K | 4.7% |
| Taiwan | $307K | 3.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $299K | 3.7% |
| Finland | $250K | 3.1% |
| France | $211K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $196K | 2.4% |
| Spain | $127K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom manual drilling machines exports (HS 8459.29): 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 8459.29: Machine-tools: for drilling by removing metal, other than numerically controlled.
Common questions
What is the value of manual drilling machines exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported manual drilling machines worth $15.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 989 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 129 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 59% on 2023.
Which countries buy manual drilling machines from the United Kingdom?
France was the largest buyer with 27% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by India (19%) and Saudi Arabia (10%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 99 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 684% on the year.
What is the average export price of manual drilling machines per kg?
The average declared export value was about $16.04 per kg in 2024, 164% above the world average of $6.07 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of manual drilling machines from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.6 million in 2017 to $15.9 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $10.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import manual drilling machines?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $8.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Italy and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $7.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for manual drilling machines?
The HS code for manual drilling machines is subheading 8459.29. 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 8459 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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