Small electric fans imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported small electric fans worth $140.3 million (16.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 222 countries for imports of this product. That is 15% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average.
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 | $140.3M | 16.8K t |
| 2023 | $165.9M | 20.5K t |
| 2022 | $146.8M | 18.1K t |
| 2021 | $146.7M | 22.0K t |
| 2020 | $114.4M | 17.4K t |
| 2019 | $131.4M | 22.2K t |
| 2018 | $102.3M | 16.3K t |
| 2017 | $69.1M | 12.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports small electric fans from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+123% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $95.9M | 68% |
| Malaysia | $7.9M | 5.7% |
| Ukraine | $7.9M | 5.6% |
| Ireland | $6.9M | 4.9% |
| Italy | $6.8M | 4.8% |
| Spain | $6.0M | 4.3% |
| United States | $1.9M | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $1.6M | 1.1% |
| Germany | $1.6M | 1.1% |
| Sweden | $1.1M | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.37 per kg, close to the world average of $7.08.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Small electric fans exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of small electric fans by the United Kingdom reached $19.3 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). Most of it went to Ireland (21%), France (19%), Netherlands (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+359% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $4.1M | 21% |
| France | $3.7M | 19% |
| Netherlands | $1.4M | 7.3% |
| Chile | $1.2M | 6.3% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 5.9% |
| New Zealand | $983K | 5.1% |
| United States | $574K | 3% |
| Italy | $417K | 2.2% |
| Norway | $411K | 2.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $400K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom small electric fans imports (HS 8414.51): 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 8414.51: Fans: table, floor, wall, window, ceiling or roof fans, with a self-contained electric motor of an output not exceeding 125W.
Common questions
What is the value of small electric fans imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported small electric fans worth $140.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 222 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply small electric fans to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($95.9 million), followed by Malaysia (6%) and Ukraine (6%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 135% on the year.
What is the average import price of small electric fans per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.37 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $7.08 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of small electric fans to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $69.1 million in 2017 to $140.3 million in 2024, an increase of 103%. The peak was 2023 at $165.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $127.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export small electric fans?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $19.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, France and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $121.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for small electric fans?
The HS code for small electric fans is subheading 8414.51. 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 8414 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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