Pneumatic conveyor systems imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported pneumatic conveyor systems worth $26.3 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 6% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $39.9 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 | $26.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $24.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $27.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $15.6M | 770 t |
| 2020 | $24.3M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $25.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $31.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $39.9M | 3.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports pneumatic conveyor systems from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (19%), Germany (19%), Italy (19%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+382% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $5.1M | 19% |
| Germany | $5.1M | 19% |
| Italy | $5.1M | 19% |
| Spain | $3.6M | 14% |
| Switzerland | $1.6M | 6.2% |
| United States | $938K | 3.6% |
| Denmark | $898K | 3.4% |
| Poland | $844K | 3.2% |
| Ireland | $528K | 2% |
| France | $426K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.25 per kg, 59% above the world average of $12.70. 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.
Pneumatic conveyor systems exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of pneumatic conveyor systems by the United Kingdom reached $22.8 million in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (17%), United States (14%), Turkey (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, Kazakhstan grew fastest (+762% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $3.9M | 17% |
| United States | $3.3M | 14% |
| Turkey | $1.4M | 6% |
| Ireland | $1.3M | 5.8% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 5.1% |
| India | $1.1M | 4.8% |
| Germany | $991K | 4.3% |
| Kazakhstan | $929K | 4.1% |
| Panama | $913K | 4% |
| Australia | $809K | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom pneumatic conveyor systems imports (HS 8428.20): 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 8428.20: Elevators and conveyors: pneumatic.
Common questions
What is the value of pneumatic conveyor systems imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported pneumatic conveyor systems worth $26.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 187 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply pneumatic conveyor systems to the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 19% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by Germany (19%) and Italy (19%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 30 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 382% on the year.
What is the average import price of pneumatic conveyor systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.25 per kg in 2024, 59% above the world average of $12.70 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of pneumatic conveyor systems to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $39.9 million in 2017 to $26.3 million in 2024, a fall of 34%. The peak was 2017 at $39.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export pneumatic conveyor systems?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $22.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, the United States and Turkey. That compares with imports of $26.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for pneumatic conveyor systems?
The HS code for pneumatic conveyor systems is subheading 8428.20. 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 8428 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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