Ship propellers and blades exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported ship propellers and blades worth $26.1 million (756 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value rose 10% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26.1M | 756 t |
| 2023 | $23.8M | 756 t |
| 2022 | $23.0M | 651 t |
| 2021 | $17.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $16.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $14.4M | 3.6K t |
| 2018 | $18.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2017 | $14.2M | 3.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports ship propellers and blades to
The largest buyer markets were United States (24%), Netherlands (7%), Canada (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $6.2M | 24% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 7.1% |
| Canada | $1.8M | 6.8% |
| South Korea | $1.7M | 6.6% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 6% |
| Turkey | $1.4M | 5.4% |
| Norway | $1.2M | 4.6% |
| Bangladesh | $1.0M | 3.9% |
| Poland | $863K | 3.3% |
| Indonesia | $860K | 3.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.56 per kg, 108% above the world average of $16.60. 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.
Ship propellers and blades imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of ship propellers and blades by the United Kingdom reached $13.8 million in 2024 (266 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Denmark (17%), Australia (15%), Philippines (15%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+272% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $2.4M | 17% |
| Australia | $2.1M | 15% |
| Philippines | $2.0M | 15% |
| Norway | $1.6M | 11% |
| United States | $846K | 6.1% |
| Sweden | $604K | 4.4% |
| China | $507K | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $502K | 3.6% |
| Taiwan | $475K | 3.4% |
| Germany | $468K | 3.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom ship propellers and blades exports (HS 8487.10): 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 8487.10: Ships' or boats' propellers and blades therefor.
Common questions
What is the value of ship propellers and blades exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported ship propellers and blades worth $26.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 756 tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 123 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy ship propellers and blades from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 24% of the value ($6.2 million), followed by the Netherlands (7%) and Canada (7%). The top three together account for 38%, out of 92 buyer countries in total. Bangladesh grew fastest among the top ten, up 256% on the year.
What is the average export price of ship propellers and blades per kg?
The average declared export value was about $34.56 per kg in 2024, 108% above the world average of $16.60 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of ship propellers and blades from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $14.2 million in 2017 to $26.1 million in 2024, an increase of 84%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $19.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import ship propellers and blades?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $13.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Denmark, Australia and the Philippines. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $12.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for ship propellers and blades?
The HS code for ship propellers and blades is subheading 8487.10. 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 8487 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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