Molding machine parts imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported molding machine parts worth $124.6 million (3.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 6% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $170.9 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 | $124.6M | 3.9K t |
| 2023 | $132.3M | 4.1K t |
| 2022 | $131.8M | 5.0K t |
| 2021 | $138.1M | 5.2K t |
| 2020 | $149.6M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $170.9M | 6.7K t |
| 2018 | $168.7M | 6.0K t |
| 2017 | $161.0M | 7.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports molding machine parts from
Most of the value came from Germany (23%), Italy (14%), United States (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 48%. Among the main suppliers, Slovakia grew fastest (+288% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $29.3M | 24% |
| Italy | $17.8M | 14% |
| United States | $13.3M | 11% |
| China | $10.5M | 8.4% |
| Austria | $8.4M | 6.7% |
| Switzerland | $5.8M | 4.7% |
| Luxembourg | $5.8M | 4.7% |
| France | $4.0M | 3.2% |
| Slovakia | $3.9M | 3.1% |
| Czech Republic | $3.2M | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $32.03 per kg, 71% above the world average of $18.76. 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.
Molding machine parts exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of molding machine parts by the United Kingdom reached $118.8 million in 2024 (3.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were United States (28%), Germany (18%), France (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Hungary grew fastest (+162% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $33.3M | 28% |
| Germany | $20.8M | 18% |
| France | $6.4M | 5.4% |
| Ireland | $5.9M | 4.9% |
| Singapore | $5.4M | 4.6% |
| India | $4.4M | 3.7% |
| China | $4.1M | 3.4% |
| Poland | $3.4M | 2.9% |
| Hungary | $3.3M | 2.8% |
| Spain | $3.2M | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom molding machine parts imports (HS 8477.90): 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 8477.90: Machinery: parts of the machines of heading no. 8477, n.e.c. in item no. 8477.90.
Common questions
What is the value of molding machine parts imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported molding machine parts worth $124.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 207 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply molding machine parts to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($29.3 million), followed by Italy (14%) and the United States (11%). The top three together account for 48%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Slovakia grew fastest among the top ten, up 288% on the year.
What is the average import price of molding machine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $32.03 per kg in 2024, 71% above the world average of $18.76 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of molding machine parts to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $161.0 million in 2017 to $124.6 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2019 at $170.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $147.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export molding machine parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $118.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and France. That compares with imports of $124.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for molding machine parts?
The HS code for molding machine parts is subheading 8477.90. 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 8477 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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