Wood working machines (other types) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $38.3 million of wood working machines (other types) in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 46% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $80.7 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 | $38.3M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $71.0M | 3.3K t |
| 2022 | $80.7M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $47.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $27.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $25.2M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $36.9M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $38.1M | 2.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports wood working machines (other types) from
One supplier dominates: Italy accounted for 52% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $20.0M | 52% |
| China | $5.7M | 15% |
| Germany | $2.0M | 5.2% |
| Spain | $1.7M | 4.5% |
| Austria | $1.4M | 3.6% |
| Taiwan | $1.2M | 3.2% |
| Finland | $902K | 2.4% |
| France | $876K | 2.3% |
| Denmark | $536K | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $518K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $16.49 per kg, 65% above the world average of $10.02. 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 working machines (other types) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported wood working machines (other types) worth $12.0 million (822 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Italy (49%), Ireland (12%), United States (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+291% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $6.0M | 50% |
| Ireland | $1.5M | 12% |
| United States | $1.2M | 10% |
| Netherlands | $369K | 3.1% |
| Singapore | $234K | 1.9% |
| Montserrat | $172K | 1.4% |
| Bulgaria | $164K | 1.4% |
| Germany | $163K | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $152K | 1.3% |
| Thailand | $140K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom wood working machines (other types) imports (HS 8465.99): 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 8465.99: Machine-tools: for working wood, cork, bone, hard rubber, hard plastics or similar hard materials: n.e.c. in heading no. 8465.
Common questions
What is the value of wood working machines (other types) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported wood working machines (other types) worth $38.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 207 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply wood working machines (other types) to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($20.0 million), followed by China (15%) and Germany (5%). The top three together account for 72%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 122% on the year.
What is the average import price of wood working machines (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $16.49 per kg in 2024, 65% above the world average of $10.02 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of wood working machines (other types) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $38.1 million in 2017 to $38.3 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2022 at $80.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $45.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export wood working machines (other types)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $12.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Italy, Ireland and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $26.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for wood working machines (other types)?
The HS code for wood working machines (other types) is subheading 8465.99. 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 8465 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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