Vehicle engines 50-250cc imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported vehicle engines 50-250cc worth $3.5 million (71 tonnes). That is 9% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average.
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 | $3.5M | 71 t |
| 2023 | $3.2M | 82 t |
| 2022 | $3.7M | 61 t |
| 2021 | $3.6M | 82 t |
| 2020 | $2.4M | 83 t |
| 2019 | $3.3M | 65 t |
| 2018 | $2.7M | 78 t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 52 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports vehicle engines 50-250cc from
Most of the value came from Austria (45%), Italy (18%), Denmark (17%). Among the main suppliers, Denmark grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $1.6M | 45% |
| Italy | $638K | 18% |
| Denmark | $583K | 17% |
| China | $229K | 6.6% |
| France | $222K | 6.4% |
| India | $58K | 1.7% |
| Thailand | $58K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $32K | 0.9% |
| Japan | $23K | 0.7% |
| United States | $16K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $49.17 per kg, 358% above the world average of $10.74. 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 engines 50-250cc exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported vehicle engines 50-250cc worth $640 thousand (22 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were United States (43%), Italy (13%), Israel (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Austria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $273K | 43% |
| Italy | $81K | 13% |
| Israel | $53K | 8.3% |
| Austria | $47K | 7.3% |
| France | $41K | 6.4% |
| Netherlands | $17K | 2.6% |
| Germany | $15K | 2.3% |
| Portugal | $14K | 2.3% |
| Canada | $13K | 2.1% |
| Finland | $11K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom vehicle engines 50-250cc imports (HS 8407.32): 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 8407.32: Engines: reciprocating piston engines, of a kind used for the propulsion of vehicles of chapter 87, of a cylinder capacity exceeding 50cc but not exceeding 250cc.
Common questions
What is the value of vehicle engines 50-250cc imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported vehicle engines 50-250cc worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 71 tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 174 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply vehicle engines 50-250cc to the United Kingdom?
Austria was the largest supplier with 45% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Italy (18%) and Denmark (17%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 128% on the year.
What is the average import price of vehicle engines 50-250cc per kg?
The average declared import value was about $49.17 per kg in 2024, 358% above the world average of $10.74 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of vehicle engines 50-250cc to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, an increase of 73%. The peak was 2022 at $3.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export vehicle engines 50-250cc?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $640 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Italy and Israel. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $2.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for vehicle engines 50-250cc?
The HS code for vehicle engines 50-250cc is subheading 8407.32. 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.
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