Spraying and dispersing machines (non-agricultural) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of spraying and dispersing machines (non-agricultural) by the United Kingdom reached $157.3 million in 2024 (9.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 220 countries. That is 4% less 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 | $157.3M | 9.0K t |
| 2023 | $163.1M | 8.2K t |
| 2022 | $156.5M | 9.3K t |
| 2021 | $163.5M | 9.6K t |
| 2020 | $132.4M | 9.1K t |
| 2019 | $121.4M | 7.2K t |
| 2018 | $114.0M | 6.5K t |
| 2017 | $115.3M | 6.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports spraying and dispersing machines (non-agricultural) from
Most of the value came from Germany (26%), China (24%), Italy (16%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+83% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $41.6M | 27% |
| China | $37.9M | 24% |
| Italy | $25.7M | 16% |
| United States | $15.0M | 9.5% |
| France | $8.9M | 5.6% |
| Switzerland | $3.4M | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $2.5M | 1.6% |
| Austria | $2.4M | 1.5% |
| Denmark | $2.4M | 1.5% |
| South Korea | $1.5M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.43 per kg, close to the world average of $18.16.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Spraying and dispersing machines (non-agricultural) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $104.8 million of spraying and dispersing machines (non-agricultural) in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (28%), China (10%), Saudi Arabia (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+935% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $29.8M | 29% |
| China | $10.0M | 9.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $7.2M | 6.9% |
| India | $5.7M | 5.4% |
| Singapore | $5.3M | 5.1% |
| United States | $4.6M | 4.4% |
| Australia | $3.8M | 3.7% |
| Mexico | $3.5M | 3.3% |
| Germany | $3.2M | 3.1% |
| France | $3.0M | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom spraying and dispersing machines (non-agricultural) imports (HS 8424.89): 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 8424.89: Mechanical appliances: for projecting, dispersing or spraying liquids or powders, for other than agricultural or horticultural use, whether or not hand-operated.
Common questions
What is the value of spraying and dispersing machines (non-agricultural) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported spraying and dispersing machines (non-agricultural) worth $157.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 220 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply spraying and dispersing machines (non-agricultural) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 26% of the value ($41.6 million), followed by China (24%) and Italy (16%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 83% on the year.
What is the average import price of spraying and dispersing machines (non-agricultural) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.43 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $18.16 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of spraying and dispersing machines (non-agricultural) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $115.3 million in 2017 to $157.3 million in 2024, an increase of 36%. The peak was 2021 at $163.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $140.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export spraying and dispersing machines (non-agricultural)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $104.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, China and Saudi Arabia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $52.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for spraying and dispersing machines (non-agricultural)?
The HS code for spraying and dispersing machines (non-agricultural) is subheading 8424.89. 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 8424 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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