Motor and engine parts imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported motor and engine parts worth $422.4 million (23.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 215 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $978.3 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 | $422.4M | 23.9K t |
| 2023 | $414.3M | 24.7K t |
| 2022 | $250.7M | 19.0K t |
| 2021 | $571.2M | 47.6K t |
| 2020 | $280.2M | 21.6K t |
| 2019 | $978.3M | 33.3K t |
| 2018 | $489.4M | 32.0K t |
| 2017 | $348.6M | 25.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports motor and engine parts from
The largest suppliers were China (24%), Denmark (16%), United States (15%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+164% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $102.1M | 24% |
| Denmark | $66.0M | 16% |
| United States | $65.1M | 15% |
| Spain | $36.3M | 8.6% |
| Poland | $23.9M | 5.7% |
| France | $22.9M | 5.4% |
| Germany | $22.7M | 5.4% |
| India | $18.4M | 4.4% |
| Italy | $11.0M | 2.6% |
| Norway | $8.5M | 2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.67 per kg, 54% above the world average of $11.51. 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.
Motor and engine parts exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported motor and engine parts worth $373.4 million (12.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 183 countries. The largest buyer markets were Belgium (23%), Denmark (18%), United States (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $84.7M | 23% |
| Denmark | $66.9M | 18% |
| United States | $54.7M | 15% |
| Japan | $20.3M | 5.5% |
| France | $19.5M | 5.2% |
| Germany | $10.6M | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $9.2M | 2.5% |
| Niue | $9.2M | 2.5% |
| Norway | $7.5M | 2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $7.3M | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom motor and engine parts imports (HS 8412.90): 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 8412.90: Engines: parts, for engines and motors of heading no. 8412.
Common questions
What is the value of motor and engine parts imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported motor and engine parts worth $422.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 23.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 215 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply motor and engine parts to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($102.1 million), followed by Denmark (16%) and the United States (15%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 82 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 164% on the year.
What is the average import price of motor and engine parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.67 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $11.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of motor and engine parts to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $348.6 million in 2017 to $422.4 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. The peak was 2019 at $978.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $469.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export motor and engine parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $373.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, Denmark and the United States. That compares with imports of $422.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for motor and engine parts?
The HS code for motor and engine parts is subheading 8412.90. 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 8412 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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