Medium dry transformers imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported medium dry transformers worth $64.7 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 210 countries for imports of this product. That is 31% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $64.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $49.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $18.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $10.8M | 814 t |
| 2020 | $14.4M | 2.5K t |
| 2019 | $15.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $24.2M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $23.9M | 2.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports medium dry transformers from
Most of the value came from Germany (40%), Italy (11%), Denmark (11%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $26.1M | 40% |
| Italy | $7.2M | 11% |
| Denmark | $6.8M | 11% |
| China | $5.0M | 7.8% |
| Indonesia | $4.9M | 7.5% |
| United States | $2.5M | 3.9% |
| Tunisia | $2.2M | 3.4% |
| Sweden | $2.1M | 3.3% |
| France | $1.1M | 1.7% |
| Czech Republic | $1.1M | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $27.62 per kg, 96% above the world average of $14.12. 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.
Medium dry transformers exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported medium dry transformers worth $17.4 million (607 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United States (15%), United Arab Emirates (14%), China (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.7M | 15% |
| United Arab Emirates | $2.5M | 14% |
| China | $1.7M | 9.8% |
| Ireland | $1.2M | 6.9% |
| Netherlands | $891K | 5.1% |
| Mexico | $856K | 4.9% |
| Australia | $610K | 3.5% |
| Qatar | $521K | 3% |
| Norway | $439K | 2.5% |
| Canada | $410K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom medium dry transformers imports (HS 8504.33): 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 8504.33: Transformers: n.e.c. in item no. 8504.2, having a power handling capacity exceeding 16kVA but not exceeding 500kVA.
Common questions
What is the value of medium dry transformers imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported medium dry transformers worth $64.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 210 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply medium dry transformers to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($26.1 million), followed by Italy (11%) and Denmark (11%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 188% on the year.
What is the average import price of medium dry transformers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $27.62 per kg in 2024, 96% above the world average of $14.12 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of medium dry transformers to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $23.9 million in 2017 to $64.7 million in 2024, an increase of 170%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $27.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export medium dry transformers?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $17.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, the United Arab Emirates and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $47.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for medium dry transformers?
The HS code for medium dry transformers is subheading 8504.33. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8504 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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