Root and tuber harvesting machinery imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of root and tuber harvesting machinery by the United Kingdom reached $60.8 million in 2024 (2.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 152 countries. That is 93% 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 | $60.8M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $31.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $34.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2021 | $40.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $55.6M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $42.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2018 | $42.7M | 2.3K t |
| 2017 | $52.1M | 2.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports root and tuber harvesting machinery from
The largest suppliers were Germany (49%), Netherlands (28%), Belgium (21%). Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+223% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $29.6M | 49% |
| Netherlands | $16.9M | 28% |
| Belgium | $12.9M | 21% |
| Ireland | $399K | 0.7% |
| Denmark | $342K | 0.6% |
| Sweden | $332K | 0.6% |
| France | $313K | 0.5% |
| Poland | $68K | 0.1% |
| United States | $8K | 0% |
| Italy | $5K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.96 per kg, 47% above the world average of $14.89. 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.
Root and tuber harvesting machinery exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $8.9 million of root and tuber harvesting machinery in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 62 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Netherlands (35%), Ireland (16%), Germany (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+446% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $3.2M | 36% |
| Ireland | $1.4M | 16% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 12% |
| Belgium | $739K | 8.3% |
| Denmark | $562K | 6.3% |
| Poland | $249K | 2.8% |
| Slovakia | $221K | 2.5% |
| Spain | $221K | 2.5% |
| Estonia | $136K | 1.5% |
| France | $123K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom root and tuber harvesting machinery imports (HS 8433.53): 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 8433.53: Harvesting machinery: for roots or tubers.
Common questions
What is the value of root and tuber harvesting machinery imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported root and tuber harvesting machinery worth $60.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 152 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was up 93% on 2023.
Which countries supply root and tuber harvesting machinery to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($29.6 million), followed by the Netherlands (28%) and Belgium (21%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 223% on the year.
What is the average import price of root and tuber harvesting machinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.96 per kg in 2024, 47% above the world average of $14.89 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of root and tuber harvesting machinery to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $52.1 million in 2017 to $60.8 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $45.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export root and tuber harvesting machinery?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $8.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Ireland and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $51.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for root and tuber harvesting machinery?
The HS code for root and tuber harvesting machinery is subheading 8433.53. 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 8433 page.
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