Trailer parts imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported trailer parts worth $461.6 million (114.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 220 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 20% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $630.9 million.
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 | $461.6M | 114.7K t |
| 2023 | $578.1M | 137.9K t |
| 2022 | $630.9M | 170.2K t |
| 2021 | $599.4M | 171.3K t |
| 2020 | $376.8M | 113.1K t |
| 2019 | $479.4M | 141.6K t |
| 2018 | $510.4M | 147.8K t |
| 2017 | $476.6M | 142.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports trailer parts from
The largest suppliers were Germany (24%), China (19%), Poland (7%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $113.0M | 25% |
| China | $87.5M | 19% |
| Poland | $34.0M | 7.4% |
| India | $32.6M | 7.1% |
| Ireland | $28.9M | 6.3% |
| France | $28.1M | 6.1% |
| South Korea | $24.3M | 5.3% |
| Netherlands | $18.8M | 4.1% |
| Hungary | $16.2M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $14.8M | 3.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.02 per kg, close to the world average of $4.02.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Trailer parts exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported trailer parts worth $98.5 million (17.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Ireland (24%), Netherlands (11%), Germany (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $24.0M | 24% |
| Netherlands | $10.9M | 11% |
| Germany | $9.1M | 9.2% |
| France | $8.6M | 8.7% |
| United States | $6.7M | 6.8% |
| Spain | $5.3M | 5.3% |
| Norway | $3.2M | 3.3% |
| Canada | $2.9M | 3% |
| Italy | $2.5M | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $1.7M | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom trailer parts imports (HS 8716.90): 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 8716.90: Trailers, semi-trailers and other vehicles not mechanically propelled: parts thereof for heading no. 8716.
Common questions
What is the value of trailer parts imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported trailer parts worth $461.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 114.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 220 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply trailer parts to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($113.0 million), followed by China (19%) and Poland (7%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 63 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of trailer parts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.02 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $4.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of trailer parts to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $476.6 million in 2017 to $461.6 million in 2024, a fall of 3%. The peak was 2022 at $630.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $514.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export trailer parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $98.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, the Netherlands and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $363.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for trailer parts?
The HS code for trailer parts is subheading 8716.90. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8716 page.
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