Wood chisels exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $13.3 million of wood chisels in 2024 (475 tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 137 countries. That is 9% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $16.9 million.
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 | $13.3M | 475 t |
| 2023 | $12.2M | 484 t |
| 2022 | $13.9M | 579 t |
| 2021 | $16.9M | 849 t |
| 2020 | $13.6M | 816 t |
| 2019 | $13.4M | 799 t |
| 2018 | $14.5M | 899 t |
| 2017 | $14.6M | 816 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports wood chisels to
The largest buyer markets were United States (39%), Belgium (11%), Germany (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+34% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.2M | 39% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 11% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 9.9% |
| France | $1.1M | 8.1% |
| Ireland | $911K | 6.8% |
| Australia | $657K | 4.9% |
| Canada | $466K | 3.5% |
| Austria | $381K | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $280K | 2.1% |
| Poland | $211K | 1.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.03 per kg, 303% above the world average of $6.95. 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.
Wood chisels imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $9.2 million of wood chisels in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 213 countries for imports of this product. China alone supplied 57% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.3M | 57% |
| India | $1.2M | 13% |
| Switzerland | $503K | 5.4% |
| United States | $485K | 5.3% |
| Czech Republic | $368K | 4% |
| Canada | $309K | 3.4% |
| Ukraine | $168K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $144K | 1.6% |
| Germany | $140K | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $107K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom wood chisels exports (HS 8205.30): 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 8205.30: Tools, hand: planes, chisels, gauges and similar cutting tools for working wood.
Common questions
What is the value of wood chisels exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported wood chisels worth $13.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 475 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 137 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy wood chisels from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 39% of the value ($5.2 million), followed by Belgium (11%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 106 buyer countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 34% on the year.
What is the average export price of wood chisels per kg?
The average declared export value was about $28.03 per kg in 2024, 303% above the world average of $6.95 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of wood chisels from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $14.6 million in 2017 to $13.3 million in 2024, a fall of 9%. The peak was 2021 at $16.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import wood chisels?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $9.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and Switzerland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for wood chisels?
The HS code for wood chisels is subheading 8205.30. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8205 page.
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