Windscreen wipers and defrosters imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $36.1 million of windscreen wipers and defrosters in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 209 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 11% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $69.1 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 | $36.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2023 | $40.6M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $41.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2021 | $49.2M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $35.5M | 3.4K t |
| 2019 | $52.0M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $69.1M | 4.7K t |
| 2017 | $66.8M | 5.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports windscreen wipers and defrosters from
The largest suppliers were France (31%), Czech Republic (11%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, Croatia grew fastest (+156% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $11.2M | 31% |
| Czech Republic | $3.8M | 11% |
| China | $3.6M | 10% |
| Serbia | $2.9M | 8.1% |
| United States | $2.4M | 6.6% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 6.3% |
| Mexico | $1.5M | 4% |
| Croatia | $1.2M | 3.3% |
| Poland | $1.1M | 3% |
| Vietnam | $889K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.76 per kg, 26% above the world average of $13.33. 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.
Windscreen wipers and defrosters exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $19.1 million of windscreen wipers and defrosters in 2024 (428 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to Netherlands (15%), China (8%), Norway (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 30%. Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $2.9M | 15% |
| China | $1.4M | 7.6% |
| Norway | $1.4M | 7.5% |
| France | $1.2M | 6.1% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 5.5% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 5.3% |
| United States | $959K | 5% |
| Spain | $797K | 4.2% |
| Poland | $688K | 3.6% |
| Turkey | $667K | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom windscreen wipers and defrosters imports (HS 8512.40): 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 8512.40: Windscreen wipers, defrosters and demisters: electrical, of kinds used for cycles or motor vehicles.
Common questions
What is the value of windscreen wipers and defrosters imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported windscreen wipers and defrosters worth $36.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 209 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply windscreen wipers and defrosters to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($11.2 million), followed by the Czech Republic (11%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Croatia grew fastest among the top ten, up 156% on the year.
What is the average import price of windscreen wipers and defrosters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.76 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $13.33 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of windscreen wipers and defrosters to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $66.8 million in 2017 to $36.1 million in 2024, a fall of 46%. The peak was 2018 at $69.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $48.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export windscreen wipers and defrosters?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $19.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, China and Norway. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $17.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for windscreen wipers and defrosters?
The HS code for windscreen wipers and defrosters is subheading 8512.40. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8512 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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