Rock and coal cutting machinery (stationary) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $43.7 million of rock and coal cutting machinery (stationary) in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 176 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 33% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $70.1 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 | $43.7M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $65.1M | 6.5K t |
| 2022 | $70.1M | 7.1K t |
| 2021 | $43.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $29.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $33.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2018 | $6.9M | 777 t |
| 2017 | $28.4M | 2.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports rock and coal cutting machinery (stationary) from
One supplier dominates: Germany accounted for 94% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $41.2M | 94% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 3% |
| United States | $328K | 0.8% |
| Sweden | $239K | 0.6% |
| Austria | $121K | 0.3% |
| Poland | $116K | 0.3% |
| Portugal | $115K | 0.3% |
| India | $87K | 0.2% |
| Finland | $44K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $37K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.13 per kg, close to the world average of $13.17.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rock and coal cutting machinery (stationary) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of rock and coal cutting machinery (stationary) by the United Kingdom reached $10.4 million in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Germany alone took 71% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Austria grew fastest (+127% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $7.4M | 71% |
| Austria | $381K | 3.7% |
| Ireland | $339K | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $242K | 2.3% |
| France | $236K | 2.3% |
| Brazil | $220K | 2.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $214K | 2.1% |
| Bulgaria | $189K | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $125K | 1.2% |
| Georgia | $121K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom rock and coal cutting machinery (stationary) imports (HS 8430.39): 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 8430.39: Coal or rock cutters and tunnelling machinery: not self-propelled.
Common questions
What is the value of rock and coal cutting machinery (stationary) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported rock and coal cutting machinery (stationary) worth $43.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 176 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply rock and coal cutting machinery (stationary) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($41.2 million), followed by Italy (3%) and the United States (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 473% on the year.
What is the average import price of rock and coal cutting machinery (stationary) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.13 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $13.17 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of rock and coal cutting machinery (stationary) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.4 million in 2017 to $43.7 million in 2024, an increase of 54%. The peak was 2022 at $70.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $40.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export rock and coal cutting machinery (stationary)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $10.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Austria and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $33.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for rock and coal cutting machinery (stationary)?
The HS code for rock and coal cutting machinery (stationary) is subheading 8430.39. 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 8430 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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