Rock drill bits (non-cermet) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $32.8 million of rock drill bits (non-cermet) in 2024 (1.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 4% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $45.2 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 | $32.8M | 1.9K t |
| 2023 | $34.2M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $27.7M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $38.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $23.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $45.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $43.0M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $37.6M | 1.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports rock drill bits (non-cermet) from
Most of the value came from Germany (33%), China (21%), United States (13%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+78% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $10.9M | 33% |
| China | $6.9M | 21% |
| United States | $4.3M | 13% |
| India | $1.0M | 3.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $926K | 2.8% |
| Italy | $818K | 2.5% |
| Turkey | $815K | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $799K | 2.4% |
| France | $523K | 1.6% |
| Spain | $494K | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.44 per kg, close to the world average of $16.65.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Rock drill bits (non-cermet) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported rock drill bits (non-cermet) worth $27.1 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United States (10%), Germany (9%), Australia (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 29%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+188% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.8M | 10% |
| Germany | $2.5M | 9.3% |
| Australia | $2.5M | 9.1% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 7.3% |
| Norway | $1.9M | 6.9% |
| Singapore | $1.9M | 6.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.5M | 5.4% |
| Ireland | $1.1M | 4.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.1M | 4% |
| France | $598K | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom rock drill bits (non-cermet) imports (HS 8207.19): 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 8207.19: Tools, interchangeable: rock drilling or earth boring tools, with working part (other than of cermets), whether or not power operated, including parts.
Common questions
What is the value of rock drill bits (non-cermet) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported rock drill bits (non-cermet) worth $32.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 210 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply rock drill bits (non-cermet) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($10.9 million), followed by China (21%) and the United States (13%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 78% on the year.
What is the average import price of rock drill bits (non-cermet) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.44 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $16.65 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of rock drill bits (non-cermet) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $37.6 million in 2017 to $32.8 million in 2024, a fall of 13%. The peak was 2019 at $45.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $35.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export rock drill bits (non-cermet)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $27.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and Australia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $5.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for rock drill bits (non-cermet)?
The HS code for rock drill bits (non-cermet) is subheading 8207.19. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8207 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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