V-ribbed belts (60-180 cm) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported v-ribbed belts (60-180 cm) worth $39.8 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 158 countries. Value rose 18% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $39.8M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $33.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $33.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $43.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $35.0M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $35.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $35.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $41.2M | 1.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports v-ribbed belts (60-180 cm) to
One buyer market dominates: Germany accounted for 56% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+30% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $22.1M | 56% |
| Turkey | $3.5M | 8.7% |
| Poland | $3.0M | 7.6% |
| France | $1.4M | 3.6% |
| United States | $1.1M | 2.9% |
| Spain | $803K | 2% |
| Bulgaria | $741K | 1.9% |
| Ireland | $704K | 1.8% |
| Slovakia | $575K | 1.5% |
| Ukraine | $469K | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.26 per kg, 53% above the world average of $20.45. 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.
V-ribbed belts (60-180 cm) imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of v-ribbed belts (60-180 cm) by the United Kingdom reached $18.9 million in 2024 (979 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Germany (47%), Spain (12%), Italy (11%). Among the main suppliers, Romania grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $8.9M | 47% |
| Spain | $2.2M | 12% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 11% |
| Romania | $1.0M | 5.4% |
| China | $820K | 4.4% |
| Poland | $767K | 4.1% |
| Japan | $760K | 4% |
| France | $684K | 3.6% |
| Belgium | $449K | 2.4% |
| United States | $425K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom v-ribbed belts (60-180 cm) exports (HS 4010.31): 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 4010.31: Rubber: vulcanised, endless transmission belts of trapezoidal cross-section (V-belts), V-ribbed, of an outside circumference exceeding 60cm but not exceeding 180 cm.
Common questions
What is the value of v-ribbed belts (60-180 cm) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported v-ribbed belts (60-180 cm) worth $39.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 158 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries buy v-ribbed belts (60-180 cm) from the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest buyer with 56% of the value ($22.1 million), followed by Turkey (9%) and Poland (8%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 119 buyer countries in total. Bulgaria grew fastest among the top ten, up 160% on the year.
What is the average export price of v-ribbed belts (60-180 cm) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $31.26 per kg in 2024, 53% above the world average of $20.45 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of v-ribbed belts (60-180 cm) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $41.2 million in 2017 to $39.8 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2021 at $43.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $37.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import v-ribbed belts (60-180 cm)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $18.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Spain and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $20.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for v-ribbed belts (60-180 cm)?
The HS code for v-ribbed belts (60-180 cm) is subheading 4010.31. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4010 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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