Mineral processing machine parts imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported mineral processing machine parts worth $239.2 million (45.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 219 countries. That is 22% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $319.5 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 | $239.2M | 45.6K t |
| 2023 | $305.0M | 58.3K t |
| 2022 | $319.5M | 65.4K t |
| 2021 | $260.6M | 59.4K t |
| 2020 | $176.1M | 42.5K t |
| 2019 | $228.4M | 56.2K t |
| 2018 | $262.7M | 57.5K t |
| 2017 | $216.9M | 48.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports mineral processing machine parts from
Most of the value came from China (27%), Germany (14%), Ireland (12%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+35% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $64.9M | 27% |
| Germany | $33.8M | 14% |
| Ireland | $27.8M | 12% |
| India | $16.9M | 7.1% |
| United States | $14.5M | 6.1% |
| Italy | $13.9M | 5.8% |
| Netherlands | $8.3M | 3.5% |
| Denmark | $7.7M | 3.2% |
| Turkey | $6.9M | 2.9% |
| France | $5.7M | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.25 per kg, close to the world average of $5.98.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Mineral processing machine parts exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported mineral processing machine parts worth $226.2 million (22.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 172 countries. Most of it went to United States (24%), Canada (6%), France (5%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+223% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $54.4M | 24% |
| Canada | $13.1M | 5.8% |
| France | $11.4M | 5.1% |
| Australia | $11.0M | 4.9% |
| Ireland | $10.0M | 4.4% |
| China | $9.9M | 4.4% |
| Belgium | $6.8M | 3% |
| Germany | $6.8M | 3% |
| South Africa | $5.6M | 2.5% |
| India | $5.5M | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom mineral processing machine parts imports (HS 8474.90): 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 8474.90: Machines, for sorting, screening, separating, washing, crushing etc mineral substances, for agglomerating, shaping or moulding solid fuels, ceramic pastes etc, for forming foundry moulds of sand: parts.
Common questions
What is the value of mineral processing machine parts imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported mineral processing machine parts worth $239.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 45.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 219 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply mineral processing machine parts to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($64.9 million), followed by Germany (14%) and Ireland (12%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 71 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 35% on the year.
What is the average import price of mineral processing machine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.25 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $5.98 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of mineral processing machine parts to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $216.9 million in 2017 to $239.2 million in 2024, an increase of 10%. The peak was 2022 at $319.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $251.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export mineral processing machine parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $226.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Canada and France. That compares with imports of $239.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for mineral processing machine parts?
The HS code for mineral processing machine parts is subheading 8474.90. 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 8474 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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