Specialized machinery (other types) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of specialized machinery (other types) by the United Kingdom reached $1.58 billion in 2024 (67.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 222 countries for imports of this product. That is 13% more than in 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.58B | 67.9K t |
| 2023 | $1.39B | 68.2K t |
| 2022 | $1.16B | 57.5K t |
| 2021 | $1.10B | 48.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.01B | 45.9K t |
| 2019 | $1.00B | 46.5K t |
| 2018 | $997.1M | 47.1K t |
| 2017 | $884.7M | 34.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports specialized machinery (other types) from
The largest suppliers were Germany (37%), United States (10%), China (9%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $577.6M | 37% |
| United States | $159.7M | 10% |
| China | $147.5M | 9.4% |
| Italy | $105.9M | 6.7% |
| Poland | $89.1M | 5.7% |
| Netherlands | $58.4M | 3.7% |
| Switzerland | $43.9M | 2.8% |
| France | $35.7M | 2.3% |
| Denmark | $26.6M | 1.7% |
| Sweden | $26.3M | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.23 per kg, 34% above the world average of $17.28. 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.
Specialized machinery (other types) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.10 billion of specialized machinery (other types) in 2024 (59.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 200 countries. Most of it went to United States (19%), Germany (14%), Norway (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 38%. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $206.5M | 19% |
| Germany | $150.9M | 14% |
| Norway | $63.3M | 5.8% |
| France | $62.7M | 5.7% |
| Netherlands | $49.2M | 4.5% |
| Ireland | $43.3M | 3.9% |
| Brazil | $38.4M | 3.5% |
| China | $32.8M | 3% |
| Belgium | $28.5M | 2.6% |
| Australia | $24.0M | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom specialized machinery (other types) imports (HS 8479.89): 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 8479.89: Machines and mechanical appliances: having individual functions, n.e.c. or included in this chapter.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized machinery (other types) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported specialized machinery (other types) worth $1.58 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 67.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 222 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized machinery (other types) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($577.6 million), followed by the United States (10%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 98 supplier countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 32% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized machinery (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.23 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $17.28 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of specialized machinery (other types) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $884.7 million in 2017 to $1.58 billion in 2024, an increase of 78%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.14 billion a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export specialized machinery (other types)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.10 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and Norway. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $474.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for specialized machinery (other types)?
The HS code for specialized machinery (other types) is subheading 8479.89. 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 8479 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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