Packing and wrapping machinery imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported packing and wrapping machinery worth $396.1 million (8.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 215 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $396.1M | 8.4K t |
| 2023 | $396.7M | 8.7K t |
| 2022 | $288.6M | 7.9K t |
| 2021 | $248.6M | 9.1K t |
| 2020 | $187.2M | 6.1K t |
| 2019 | $199.0M | 6.8K t |
| 2018 | $275.7M | 7.8K t |
| 2017 | $221.2M | 6.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports packing and wrapping machinery from
The largest suppliers were Italy (29%), Germany (19%), Netherlands (15%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+193% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $115.9M | 29% |
| Germany | $76.3M | 19% |
| Netherlands | $58.9M | 15% |
| France | $26.1M | 6.6% |
| Spain | $23.3M | 5.9% |
| Switzerland | $21.6M | 5.5% |
| Ireland | $9.9M | 2.5% |
| Denmark | $8.5M | 2.2% |
| China | $7.4M | 1.9% |
| Japan | $6.8M | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $47.42 per kg, 33% above the world average of $35.78. 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.
Packing and wrapping machinery exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of packing and wrapping machinery by the United Kingdom reached $98.7 million in 2024 (2.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to United States (32%), Netherlands (10%), Italy (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+278% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $31.9M | 32% |
| Netherlands | $9.6M | 9.7% |
| Italy | $6.4M | 6.5% |
| Ireland | $6.3M | 6.4% |
| France | $5.5M | 5.6% |
| Germany | $4.6M | 4.7% |
| Australia | $2.9M | 3% |
| Canada | $2.5M | 2.6% |
| Poland | $1.8M | 1.9% |
| Spain | $1.8M | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom packing and wrapping machinery imports (HS 8422.40): 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 8422.40: Machinery: for packing or wrapping.
Common questions
What is the value of packing and wrapping machinery imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported packing and wrapping machinery worth $396.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 215 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply packing and wrapping machinery to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($115.9 million), followed by Germany (19%) and the Netherlands (15%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 193% on the year.
What is the average import price of packing and wrapping machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $47.42 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $35.78 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of packing and wrapping machinery to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $221.2 million in 2017 to $396.1 million in 2024, an increase of 79%. The peak was 2023 at $396.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $276.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export packing and wrapping machinery?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $98.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, the Netherlands and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $297.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for packing and wrapping machinery?
The HS code for packing and wrapping machinery is subheading 8422.40. 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 8422 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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