Millstones and grindstones imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of millstones and grindstones by the United Kingdom reached $2.7 million in 2024 (241 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 13% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $3.5 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 | $2.7M | 241 t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 290 t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 293 t |
| 2021 | $3.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.6M | 422 t |
| 2019 | $3.1M | 316 t |
| 2018 | $3.4M | 428 t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 507 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports millstones and grindstones from
The largest suppliers were Israel (21%), India (17%), United States (17%). Among the main suppliers, Slovenia grew fastest (+177% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $562K | 21% |
| India | $466K | 17% |
| United States | $457K | 17% |
| Italy | $287K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $273K | 10% |
| Japan | $271K | 9.9% |
| China | $165K | 6% |
| Taiwan | $46K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $39K | 1.4% |
| Slovenia | $35K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.34 per kg, 139% above the world average of $4.75. 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.
Millstones and grindstones exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported millstones and grindstones worth $1.3 million (37 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Taiwan (25%), Turkey (8%), Ireland (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 39%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $325K | 25% |
| Turkey | $102K | 7.8% |
| Ireland | $89K | 6.8% |
| Netherlands | $88K | 6.7% |
| Kenya | $80K | 6.2% |
| Germany | $69K | 5.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $57K | 4.4% |
| Indonesia | $43K | 3.3% |
| Italy | $35K | 2.7% |
| Australia | $30K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom millstones and grindstones imports (HS 6804.10): 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 6804.10: Millstones and grindstones: for milling, grinding or pulping.
Common questions
What is the value of millstones and grindstones imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported millstones and grindstones worth $2.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 241 tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 190 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply millstones and grindstones to the United Kingdom?
Israel was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($562 thousand), followed by India (17%) and the United States (17%). The top three together account for 54%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. Slovenia grew fastest among the top ten, up 177% on the year.
What is the average import price of millstones and grindstones per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.34 per kg in 2024, 139% above the world average of $4.75 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of millstones and grindstones to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $2.7 million in 2024, a fall of 11%. The peak was 2021 at $3.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export millstones and grindstones?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Taiwan, Turkey and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for millstones and grindstones?
The HS code for millstones and grindstones is subheading 6804.10. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6804 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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