Portable air compressors imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $52.7 million of portable air compressors in 2024 (3.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 213 countries. That is 15% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $52.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2023 | $46.0M | 3.8K t |
| 2022 | $42.0M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $37.3M | 4.1K t |
| 2020 | $29.1M | 3.2K t |
| 2019 | $30.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $28.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $33.6M | 6.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports portable air compressors from
Most of the value came from Belgium (37%), China (13%), United States (13%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+762% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $19.3M | 37% |
| China | $6.8M | 13% |
| United States | $6.7M | 13% |
| Czech Republic | $5.8M | 11% |
| Canada | $4.5M | 8.6% |
| France | $3.1M | 5.8% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 3.8% |
| Germany | $1.9M | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $804K | 1.5% |
| Spain | $239K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.15 per kg, 43% above the world average of $9.90. 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.
Portable air compressors exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported portable air compressors worth $9.3 million (1.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Ireland (23%), India (7%), Netherlands (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, Angola grew fastest (+392% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $2.1M | 23% |
| India | $687K | 7.4% |
| Netherlands | $680K | 7.3% |
| Belgium | $665K | 7.1% |
| Poland | $387K | 4.1% |
| Libya | $359K | 3.8% |
| China | $327K | 3.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $300K | 3.2% |
| United States | $215K | 2.3% |
| Angola | $213K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom portable air compressors imports (HS 8414.40): 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 8414.40: Compressors: air compressors mounted on a wheeled chassis for towing.
Common questions
What is the value of portable air compressors imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported portable air compressors worth $52.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 213 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply portable air compressors to the United Kingdom?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($19.3 million), followed by China (13%) and the United States (13%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 762% on the year.
What is the average import price of portable air compressors per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.15 per kg in 2024, 43% above the world average of $9.90 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of portable air compressors to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $33.6 million in 2017 to $52.7 million in 2024, an increase of 57%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $37.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export portable air compressors?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $9.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, India and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $43.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for portable air compressors?
The HS code for portable air compressors is subheading 8414.40. 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 8414 page.
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