Underground conveyor systems imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported underground conveyor systems worth $7.5 million (878 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 118 countries. Value fell 50% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $15.0 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 | $7.5M | 878 t |
| 2023 | $15.0M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $4.7M | 579 t |
| 2021 | $6.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $1.9M | 377 t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $1.6M | 130 t |
| 2017 | $2.7M | 403 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports underground conveyor systems from
The largest suppliers were China (32%), Switzerland (30%), Turkey (17%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.4M | 32% |
| Switzerland | $2.2M | 30% |
| Turkey | $1.3M | 17% |
| Germany | $699K | 9.3% |
| Netherlands | $319K | 4.2% |
| Poland | $86K | 1.2% |
| Croatia | $81K | 1.1% |
| United States | $70K | 0.9% |
| Albania | $60K | 0.8% |
| Australia | $37K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.57 per kg, close to the world average of $7.38.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Underground conveyor systems exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported underground conveyor systems worth $401 thousand (157 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were France (23%), Ireland (20%), Netherlands (14%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+252% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $91K | 23% |
| Ireland | $80K | 20% |
| Netherlands | $56K | 14% |
| Switzerland | $50K | 12% |
| Germany | $44K | 11% |
| Belgium | $25K | 6.1% |
| United States | $20K | 5.1% |
| Italy | $15K | 3.8% |
| Denmark | $14K | 3.5% |
| China | $3K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom underground conveyor systems imports (HS 8428.31): 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 8428.31: Elevators and conveyors: continuous-action, for goods and materials, specially designed for underground use, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20.
Common questions
What is the value of underground conveyor systems imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported underground conveyor systems worth $7.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 878 tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 118 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 50% on 2023.
Which countries supply underground conveyor systems to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($2.4 million), followed by Switzerland (30%) and Turkey (17%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 25 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 20% on the year.
What is the average import price of underground conveyor systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.57 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $7.38 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of underground conveyor systems to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.7 million in 2017 to $7.5 million in 2024, an increase of 178%. The peak was 2023 at $15.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export underground conveyor systems?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $401 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Ireland and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $7.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for underground conveyor systems?
The HS code for underground conveyor systems is subheading 8428.31. 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 8428 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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