Railway wheels and axles imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $82.1 million of railway wheels and axles in 2024 (20.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $82.1M | 20.0K t |
| 2023 | $82.5M | 19.4K t |
| 2022 | $68.9M | 16.9K t |
| 2021 | $49.6M | 16.2K t |
| 2020 | $52.5M | 18.1K t |
| 2019 | $53.6M | 14.8K t |
| 2018 | $50.2M | 18.7K t |
| 2017 | $53.2M | 19.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports railway wheels and axles from
The largest suppliers were Italy (26%), Germany (21%), Czech Republic (19%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+287% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $21.5M | 26% |
| Germany | $17.0M | 21% |
| Czech Republic | $15.6M | 19% |
| Spain | $6.2M | 7.5% |
| France | $5.0M | 6.1% |
| United States | $3.0M | 3.6% |
| Belgium | $2.5M | 3.1% |
| South Africa | $2.5M | 3% |
| China | $2.4M | 3% |
| Austria | $2.0M | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.11 per kg, 39% above the world average of $2.96. 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.
Railway wheels and axles exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of railway wheels and axles by the United Kingdom reached $32.8 million in 2024 (3.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Poland (17%), France (13%), Belgium (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+308% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $5.5M | 17% |
| France | $4.2M | 13% |
| Belgium | $3.7M | 11% |
| Germany | $3.5M | 11% |
| United States | $3.2M | 9.9% |
| Australia | $2.2M | 6.8% |
| Czech Republic | $2.0M | 6.2% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 5% |
| Austria | $1.1M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $1.0M | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom railway wheels and axles imports (HS 8607.19): 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 8607.19: Railway or tramway locomotives or rolling stock: parts, axles and wheels, and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of railway wheels and axles imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported railway wheels and axles worth $82.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 20.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 168 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply railway wheels and axles to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($21.5 million), followed by Germany (21%) and the Czech Republic (19%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 287% on the year.
What is the average import price of railway wheels and axles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.11 per kg in 2024, 39% above the world average of $2.96 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of railway wheels and axles to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $53.2 million in 2017 to $82.1 million in 2024, an increase of 54%. The peak was 2023 at $82.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $61.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export railway wheels and axles?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $32.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Poland, France and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $49.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for railway wheels and axles?
The HS code for railway wheels and axles is subheading 8607.19. It sits in HS chapter 86 (railway, tramway locomotives, rolling-stock and parts thereof; railway or tramway track fixtures and fittings and parts thereof; mechanical (including electro-mechanical) traffic signalling equipment of all kinds). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8607 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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