Office equipment parts (multipurpose) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of office equipment parts (multipurpose) by the United Kingdom reached $28.2 million in 2024 (184 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 205 countries. Value fell 28% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $57.6 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 | $28.2M | 184 t |
| 2023 | $39.2M | 281 t |
| 2022 | $57.6M | 354 t |
| 2021 | $55.6M | 331 t |
| 2020 | $28.7M | 346 t |
| 2019 | $31.1M | 452 t |
| 2018 | $45.9M | 384 t |
| 2017 | $51.8M | 617 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports office equipment parts (multipurpose) from
The largest suppliers were China (29%), United States (10%), Taiwan (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.2M | 29% |
| United States | $2.9M | 10% |
| Taiwan | $2.9M | 10% |
| Italy | $2.2M | 7.8% |
| Japan | $2.1M | 7.5% |
| Malaysia | $1.2M | 4.2% |
| France | $936K | 3.3% |
| Slovakia | $897K | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $858K | 3% |
| Hong Kong | $687K | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $153.18 per kg, 150% above the world average of $61.20. 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.
Office equipment parts (multipurpose) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported office equipment parts (multipurpose) worth $15.7 million (129 tonnes). It ranks 10th of 146 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to United States (21%), Saudi Arabia (21%), Hong Kong (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+588% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $3.3M | 21% |
| Saudi Arabia | $3.3M | 21% |
| Hong Kong | $2.2M | 14% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 8.1% |
| Netherlands | $936K | 5.9% |
| Canada | $553K | 3.5% |
| Ireland | $543K | 3.5% |
| France | $540K | 3.4% |
| Australia | $457K | 2.9% |
| Singapore | $329K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom office equipment parts (multipurpose) imports (HS 8473.50): 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 8473.50: Machines: parts and accessories (other than covers, carrying cases and the like) equally suitable for use with machines of two or more of the headings 8470 to 8472.
Common questions
What is the value of office equipment parts (multipurpose) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported office equipment parts (multipurpose) worth $28.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 184 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 205 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply office equipment parts (multipurpose) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($8.2 million), followed by the United States (10%) and Taiwan (10%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 65 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 44% on the year.
What is the average import price of office equipment parts (multipurpose) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $153.18 per kg in 2024, 150% above the world average of $61.20 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of office equipment parts (multipurpose) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $51.8 million in 2017 to $28.2 million in 2024, a fall of 46%. The peak was 2022 at $57.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $42.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export office equipment parts (multipurpose)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $15.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Saudi Arabia and Hong Kong. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $12.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for office equipment parts (multipurpose)?
The HS code for office equipment parts (multipurpose) is subheading 8473.50. 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 8473 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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