Vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre worth $15.0 million (848 tonnes). That is 20% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $24.3 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 | $15.0M | 848 t |
| 2023 | $18.7M | 824 t |
| 2022 | $24.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $12.4M | 659 t |
| 2020 | $8.8M | 383 t |
| 2019 | $19.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $20.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $6.5M | 401 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre from
Most of the value came from Germany (24%), Thailand (18%), Romania (17%). Among the main suppliers, Croatia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $3.5M | 24% |
| Thailand | $2.7M | 18% |
| Romania | $2.5M | 17% |
| Croatia | $1.9M | 13% |
| Japan | $1.0M | 7% |
| Italy | $805K | 5.4% |
| China | $451K | 3% |
| United States | $389K | 2.6% |
| France | $299K | 2% |
| Switzerland | $233K | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.63 per kg, close to the world average of $18.12.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre worth $10.5 million (335 tonnes). Most of it went to Croatia (29%), Netherlands (23%), Germany (18%). Among the main buyer markets, South Africa grew fastest (+204% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Croatia | $3.0M | 29% |
| Netherlands | $2.4M | 23% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 18% |
| France | $806K | 7.7% |
| Spain | $321K | 3.1% |
| Italy | $291K | 2.8% |
| South Africa | $264K | 2.5% |
| Ireland | $159K | 1.5% |
| Australia | $151K | 1.4% |
| Austria | $144K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre imports (HS 8407.33): 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 8407.33: Engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 250cc but not exceeding 1000cc.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre worth $15.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 848 tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 181 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($3.5 million), followed by Thailand (18%) and Romania (17%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 271% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.63 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $18.12 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 engines 250cc-1 litre to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.5 million in 2017 to $15.0 million in 2024, an increase of 130%. The peak was 2022 at $24.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $10.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Croatia, the Netherlands and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre?
The HS code for vehicle engines 250cc-1 litre is subheading 8407.33. 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 8407 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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