Printing machinery parts exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $83.9 million of printing machinery parts in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 160 countries. That is 10% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $167.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $83.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $93.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $104.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $103.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $102.2M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $108.6M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $167.2M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $142.2M | 3.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports printing machinery parts to
Most of it went to United States (24%), Germany (15%), France (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $19.8M | 24% |
| Germany | $12.3M | 15% |
| France | $7.7M | 9.1% |
| Netherlands | $7.3M | 8.7% |
| Canada | $2.6M | 3.1% |
| China | $2.4M | 2.9% |
| Ireland | $2.4M | 2.9% |
| Spain | $2.3M | 2.8% |
| Italy | $2.3M | 2.8% |
| Poland | $2.2M | 2.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $58.77 per kg, 51% above the world average of $38.85. 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.
Printing machinery parts imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported printing machinery parts worth $49.2 million (942 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Germany (34%), United States (25%), Netherlands (6%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $16.7M | 34% |
| United States | $12.1M | 25% |
| Netherlands | $2.8M | 5.6% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 4.9% |
| France | $2.3M | 4.8% |
| Denmark | $1.7M | 3.4% |
| Czech Republic | $1.5M | 3.1% |
| Israel | $1.5M | 3% |
| China | $1.5M | 3% |
| Switzerland | $1.4M | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom printing machinery parts exports (HS 8443.91): 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 8443.91: Printing machinery used for printing by means of plates, cylinders and other printing components of heading 8442: parts and accessories.
Common questions
What is the value of printing machinery parts exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported printing machinery parts worth $83.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 160 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy printing machinery parts from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 24% of the value ($19.8 million), followed by Germany (15%) and France (9%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 123 buyer countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 38% on the year.
What is the average export price of printing machinery parts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $58.77 per kg in 2024, 51% above the world average of $38.85 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of printing machinery parts from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $142.2 million in 2017 to $83.9 million in 2024, a fall of 41%. The peak was 2018 at $167.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $113.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import printing machinery parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $49.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, the United States and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $34.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for printing machinery parts?
The HS code for printing machinery parts is subheading 8443.91. 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 8443 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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