Tool holders and self-opening dieheads imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported tool holders and self-opening dieheads worth $71.2 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 205 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $71.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $72.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $57.7M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $73.9M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $58.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $77.9M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $88.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2017 | $68.2M | 1.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports tool holders and self-opening dieheads from
Most of the value came from Germany (35%), United States (17%), China (8%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+33% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $24.9M | 35% |
| United States | $12.4M | 18% |
| China | $5.5M | 7.7% |
| Italy | $4.7M | 6.6% |
| Japan | $4.5M | 6.4% |
| Israel | $3.2M | 4.5% |
| Switzerland | $2.9M | 4.1% |
| India | $2.3M | 3.2% |
| Singapore | $1.7M | 2.3% |
| France | $1.5M | 2.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $58.95 per kg, close to the world average of $52.37.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tool holders and self-opening dieheads exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported tool holders and self-opening dieheads worth $24.2 million (554 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Germany (34%), United States (11%), Netherlands (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $8.2M | 34% |
| United States | $2.7M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $2.4M | 10% |
| Ireland | $1.5M | 6.3% |
| Switzerland | $939K | 3.9% |
| Norway | $907K | 3.7% |
| Spain | $723K | 3% |
| France | $696K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $613K | 2.5% |
| Brazil | $511K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom tool holders and self-opening dieheads imports (HS 8466.10): 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 8466.10: Parts & accessories suited for use solely/principally with machines of headings 8456-8465: tool holders and self-opening dieheads.
Common questions
What is the value of tool holders and self-opening dieheads imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported tool holders and self-opening dieheads worth $71.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 205 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply tool holders and self-opening dieheads to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($24.9 million), followed by the United States (17%) and China (8%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 33% on the year.
What is the average import price of tool holders and self-opening dieheads per kg?
The average declared import value was about $58.95 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $52.37 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of tool holders and self-opening dieheads to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $68.2 million in 2017 to $71.2 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2018 at $88.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $71.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export tool holders and self-opening dieheads?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $24.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, the United States and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $47.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for tool holders and self-opening dieheads?
The HS code for tool holders and self-opening dieheads is subheading 8466.10. 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 8466 page.
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