Screwdrivers imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported screwdrivers worth $30.4 million (2.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 219 countries. Value fell 11% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $40.3 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 | $30.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $34.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $31.1M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $40.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $30.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $37.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $39.6M | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $34.6M | 3.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports screwdrivers from
Most of the value came from China (49%), Czech Republic (14%), Taiwan (10%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.0M | 49% |
| Czech Republic | $4.3M | 14% |
| Taiwan | $2.9M | 9.6% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 7.7% |
| United States | $2.1M | 7.1% |
| France | $700K | 2.3% |
| Spain | $637K | 2.1% |
| Switzerland | $527K | 1.7% |
| Italy | $380K | 1.3% |
| Ireland | $327K | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $11.88 per kg, 28% above the world average of $9.28. 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.
Screwdrivers exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $6.4 million of screwdrivers in 2024 (210 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Germany (20%), Ireland (13%), United States (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Qatar grew fastest (+545% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.3M | 21% |
| Ireland | $856K | 13% |
| United States | $745K | 12% |
| Australia | $669K | 10% |
| Netherlands | $436K | 6.8% |
| China | $319K | 5% |
| France | $226K | 3.5% |
| Qatar | $164K | 2.6% |
| Italy | $110K | 1.7% |
| Singapore | $98K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom screwdrivers imports (HS 8205.40): 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 8205.40: Tools, hand: screwdrivers.
Common questions
What is the value of screwdrivers imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported screwdrivers worth $30.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 219 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply screwdrivers to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($15.0 million), followed by the Czech Republic (14%) and Taiwan (10%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 176% on the year.
What is the average import price of screwdrivers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $11.88 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $9.28 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of screwdrivers to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $34.6 million in 2017 to $30.4 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2021 at $40.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $34.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export screwdrivers?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $6.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Ireland and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $24.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for screwdrivers?
The HS code for screwdrivers is subheading 8205.40. 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 8205 page.
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