Transmission gears and sprockets imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $411.3 million of transmission gears and sprockets in 2024 (27.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 220 countries. Value fell 3% 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 | $411.3M | 27.7K t |
| 2023 | $424.4M | 32.6K t |
| 2022 | $377.8M | 33.9K t |
| 2021 | $332.7M | 25.0K t |
| 2020 | $284.5M | 20.8K t |
| 2019 | $364.9M | 27.6K t |
| 2018 | $376.5M | 27.5K t |
| 2017 | $325.8M | 27.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports transmission gears and sprockets from
The largest suppliers were Germany (20%), United States (14%), China (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $83.1M | 20% |
| United States | $57.5M | 14% |
| China | $52.0M | 13% |
| France | $34.5M | 8.4% |
| Poland | $34.4M | 8.4% |
| Italy | $27.1M | 6.6% |
| Austria | $15.8M | 3.8% |
| India | $14.3M | 3.5% |
| Hungary | $14.3M | 3.5% |
| Romania | $11.8M | 2.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.84 per kg, 49% above the world average of $9.96. 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.
Transmission gears and sprockets exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $189.9 million of transmission gears and sprockets in 2024 (6.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United States (24%), Germany (7%), China (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $45.2M | 24% |
| Germany | $13.8M | 7.3% |
| China | $11.0M | 5.8% |
| France | $9.2M | 4.9% |
| Italy | $8.9M | 4.7% |
| Singapore | $7.0M | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $6.3M | 3.3% |
| Brazil | $4.6M | 2.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.6M | 2.4% |
| Canada | $4.6M | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom transmission gears and sprockets imports (HS 8483.90): 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 8483.90: Transmission components: toothed wheels, chain sprockets and other transmission elements presented separately: parts.
Common questions
What is the value of transmission gears and sprockets imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported transmission gears and sprockets worth $411.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 27.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 220 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply transmission gears and sprockets to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($83.1 million), followed by the United States (14%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 47%, out of 71 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 18% on the year.
What is the average import price of transmission gears and sprockets per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.84 per kg in 2024, 49% above the world average of $9.96 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of transmission gears and sprockets to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $325.8 million in 2017 to $411.3 million in 2024, an increase of 26%. The peak was 2023 at $424.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $362.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export transmission gears and sprockets?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $189.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $221.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for transmission gears and sprockets?
The HS code for transmission gears and sprockets is subheading 8483.90. 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 8483 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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