Manual tool sharpeners exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $15.4 million of manual tool sharpeners in 2024 (583 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 117 countries. That is 33% more than in 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 | $15.4M | 583 t |
| 2023 | $11.6M | 472 t |
| 2022 | $10.1M | 209 t |
| 2021 | $9.5M | 240 t |
| 2020 | $7.3M | 271 t |
| 2019 | $8.8M | 271 t |
| 2018 | $8.2M | 398 t |
| 2017 | $8.2M | 270 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports manual tool sharpeners to
United States alone took 51% of it. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+665% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $7.8M | 51% |
| India | $1.8M | 12% |
| Canada | $1.4M | 9.1% |
| Ireland | $533K | 3.5% |
| Vietnam | $363K | 2.4% |
| Australia | $363K | 2.4% |
| Japan | $305K | 2% |
| Norway | $231K | 1.5% |
| Thailand | $220K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $211K | 1.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $26.40 per kg, 63% above the world average of $16.24. 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 tool sharpeners imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of manual tool sharpeners by the United Kingdom reached $5.5 million in 2024 (436 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 190 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from China (41%), Sweden (14%), Germany (9%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.2M | 41% |
| Sweden | $765K | 14% |
| Germany | $477K | 8.7% |
| France | $414K | 7.6% |
| Denmark | $277K | 5.1% |
| Italy | $261K | 4.8% |
| Poland | $171K | 3.1% |
| United States | $139K | 2.5% |
| Japan | $107K | 2% |
| India | $106K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom manual tool sharpeners exports (HS 8460.39): 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 8460.39: Machine-tools: sharpening (tool or cutter grinding) machines, other than numerically controlled.
Common questions
What is the value of manual tool sharpeners exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported manual tool sharpeners worth $15.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 583 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 117 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries buy manual tool sharpeners from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 51% of the value ($7.8 million), followed by India (12%) and Canada (9%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 75 buyer countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 892% on the year.
What is the average export price of manual tool sharpeners per kg?
The average declared export value was about $26.40 per kg in 2024, 63% above the world average of $16.24 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of manual tool sharpeners from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.2 million in 2017 to $15.4 million in 2024, an increase of 87%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import manual tool sharpeners?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $5.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Sweden and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $9.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for manual tool sharpeners?
The HS code for manual tool sharpeners is subheading 8460.39. 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 8460 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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