Vehicle bumpers imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported vehicle bumpers worth $287.7 million (16.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 218 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 7% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $375.1 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 | $287.7M | 16.9K t |
| 2023 | $310.4M | 21.6K t |
| 2022 | $320.0M | 19.2K t |
| 2021 | $295.1M | 17.5K t |
| 2020 | $260.7M | 19.4K t |
| 2019 | $375.1M | 27.1K t |
| 2018 | $339.2M | 28.3K t |
| 2017 | $313.0M | 29.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports vehicle bumpers from
Most of the value came from Germany (37%), France (12%), Italy (8%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+36% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $107.0M | 37% |
| France | $33.3M | 12% |
| Italy | $21.7M | 7.6% |
| Czech Republic | $14.9M | 5.2% |
| China | $14.8M | 5.1% |
| Spain | $14.5M | 5% |
| Poland | $11.7M | 4.1% |
| Turkey | $10.4M | 3.6% |
| Sweden | $9.6M | 3.3% |
| Slovakia | $9.1M | 3.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.05 per kg, 29% above the world average of $13.23. 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.
Vehicle bumpers exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $198.4 million of vehicle bumpers in 2024 (13.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to United States (21%), Germany (11%), Slovakia (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 40%. Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest (+877% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $42.4M | 21% |
| Germany | $22.2M | 11% |
| Slovakia | $15.3M | 7.7% |
| China | $13.9M | 7% |
| Czech Republic | $8.1M | 4.1% |
| Italy | $7.9M | 4% |
| France | $7.5M | 3.8% |
| Belgium | $6.9M | 3.5% |
| Spain | $6.5M | 3.3% |
| Ireland | $6.3M | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom vehicle bumpers imports (HS 8708.10): 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 8708.10: Vehicles: bumpers and parts thereof, for the vehicles of heading no. 8701 to 8705.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle bumpers imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported vehicle bumpers worth $287.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 218 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle bumpers to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($107.0 million), followed by France (12%) and Italy (8%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 65 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 36% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle bumpers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.05 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $13.23 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle bumpers to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $313.0 million in 2017 to $287.7 million in 2024, a fall of 8%. The peak was 2019 at $375.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $312.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export vehicle bumpers?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $198.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and Slovakia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $89.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle bumpers?
The HS code for vehicle bumpers is subheading 8708.10. 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 8708 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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