Tumble dryers (large capacity) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of tumble dryers (large capacity) by the United Kingdom reached $21.2 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 207 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $30.4 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 | $21.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $21.4M | 1.4K t |
| 2022 | $18.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $11.3M | 823 t |
| 2020 | $8.4M | 741 t |
| 2019 | $16.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2018 | $30.4M | 5.8K t |
| 2017 | $25.1M | 5.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports tumble dryers (large capacity) from
The largest suppliers were Germany (34%), Thailand (20%), Sweden (8%). Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $7.1M | 34% |
| Thailand | $4.2M | 20% |
| Sweden | $1.7M | 8.1% |
| China | $1.4M | 6.8% |
| United States | $1.4M | 6.7% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 6.4% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 5.9% |
| Turkey | $956K | 4.5% |
| South Korea | $737K | 3.5% |
| Czech Republic | $542K | 2.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.07 per kg, 33% above the world average of $11.29. 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.
Tumble dryers (large capacity) exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of tumble dryers (large capacity) by the United Kingdom reached $3.2 million in 2024 (222 tonnes). Most of it went to Georgia (28%), Uzbekistan (16%), Hong Kong (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+81% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $884K | 28% |
| Uzbekistan | $502K | 16% |
| Hong Kong | $442K | 14% |
| United States | $372K | 12% |
| Ireland | $163K | 5.1% |
| Netherlands | $152K | 4.8% |
| Sweden | $119K | 3.7% |
| Japan | $89K | 2.8% |
| Madagascar | $57K | 1.8% |
| Libya | $52K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom tumble dryers (large capacity) imports (HS 8451.29): 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 8451.29: Drying machines: of a dry linen capacity exceeding 10kg.
Common questions
What is the value of tumble dryers (large capacity) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported tumble dryers (large capacity) worth $21.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 207 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply tumble dryers (large capacity) to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($7.1 million), followed by Thailand (20%) and Sweden (8%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 109% on the year.
What is the average import price of tumble dryers (large capacity) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $15.07 per kg in 2024, 33% above the world average of $11.29 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of tumble dryers (large capacity) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $25.1 million in 2017 to $21.2 million in 2024, a fall of 16%. The peak was 2018 at $30.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export tumble dryers (large capacity)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Georgia, Uzbekistan and Hong Kong. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $18.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for tumble dryers (large capacity)?
The HS code for tumble dryers (large capacity) is subheading 8451.29. 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 8451 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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