Specialized machinery parts imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $635.5 million of specialized machinery parts in 2024 (21.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 220 countries for imports of this product. That is 7% 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 | $635.5M | 21.4K t |
| 2023 | $593.9M | 21.0K t |
| 2022 | $618.4M | 25.3K t |
| 2021 | $564.9M | 16.6K t |
| 2020 | $435.8M | 14.8K t |
| 2019 | $476.4M | 20.1K t |
| 2018 | $499.0M | 17.8K t |
| 2017 | $480.8M | 19.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports specialized machinery parts from
Most of the value came from Germany (22%), United States (10%), Italy (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 41%. Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+211% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $141.1M | 22% |
| United States | $61.7M | 9.7% |
| Italy | $57.8M | 9.1% |
| China | $50.9M | 8% |
| Norway | $39.0M | 6.1% |
| Switzerland | $26.7M | 4.2% |
| Denmark | $25.5M | 4% |
| France | $23.7M | 3.7% |
| Japan | $22.9M | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $20.0M | 3.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $29.72 per kg, close to the world average of $25.44.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Specialized machinery parts exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of specialized machinery parts by the United Kingdom reached $530.7 million in 2024 (9.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 210 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to United States (18%), Norway (7%), Germany (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 32%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+87% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $97.9M | 19% |
| Norway | $38.6M | 7.3% |
| Germany | $34.4M | 6.5% |
| Netherlands | $31.9M | 6% |
| South Korea | $22.5M | 4.2% |
| China | $22.4M | 4.2% |
| France | $22.1M | 4.2% |
| Ireland | $19.3M | 3.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $13.4M | 2.5% |
| Denmark | $13.2M | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom specialized machinery parts imports (HS 8479.90): 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 8479.90: Machines and mechanical appliances: parts, of those having individual functions.
Common questions
What is the value of specialized machinery parts imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported specialized machinery parts worth $635.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 220 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply specialized machinery parts to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($141.1 million), followed by the United States (10%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 41%, out of 97 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 211% on the year.
What is the average import price of specialized machinery parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $29.72 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $25.44 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 parts to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $480.8 million in 2017 to $635.5 million in 2024, an increase of 32%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $538.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export specialized machinery parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $530.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Norway and Germany. That compares with imports of $635.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for specialized machinery parts?
The HS code for specialized machinery parts is subheading 8479.90. 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?
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