Forklift imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of forklift by Egypt reached $64.8 million in 2024 (11.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 29% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $64.8M | 11.0K t |
| 2023 | $50.4M | 8.5K t |
| 2022 | $40.5M | 7.8K t |
| 2021 | $58.4M | 17.6K t |
| 2020 | $56.0M | 20.8K t |
| 2019 | $58.9M | 21.9K t |
| 2018 | $55.0M | 20.3K t |
| 2017 | $40.8M | 14.6K t |
Where Egypt imports forklift from
The largest suppliers were China (32%), Germany (13%), Japan (12%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $20.9M | 32% |
| Germany | $8.3M | 13% |
| Japan | $7.8M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $4.2M | 6.6% |
| Italy | $2.7M | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2.4M | 3.7% |
| Sweden | $2.3M | 3.5% |
| Czech Republic | $2.1M | 3.2% |
| France | $2.0M | 3.1% |
| India | $1.4M | 2.2% |
Product types under HS 8427
| 8427.20 | Fork-lift and other works trucks: fitted with lifting or handling equipment, self-propelled by other than electric motor | 52% |
| 8427.10 | Fork-lift and other works trucks: fitted with lifting or handling equipment, self-propelled by electric motor | 37% |
| 8427.90 | Fork-lift and other works trucks: fitted with lifting or handling equipment, not self-propelled | 11% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8427.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.88 per kg, close to the world average of $6.11.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Forklift exports from Egypt
Egypt exported $692 thousand of forklift in 2024 (82 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Libya (48%), United Arab Emirates (44%), Saudi Arabia (6%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $332K | 48% |
| United Arab Emirates | $305K | 44% |
| Saudi Arabia | $44K | 6.3% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $7K | 1% |
| Jordan | $2K | 0.3% |
| Tanzania | $1K | 0.2% |
| Sudan | $1K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
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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 8427: Fork-lift and other works trucks; fitted with lifting or handling equipment.
Common questions
What is the value of forklift imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported forklift worth $64.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 11.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 55th of 222 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 29% on 2023.
Which countries supply forklift to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($20.9 million), followed by Germany (13%) and Japan (12%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 52 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 93% on the year.
What is the average import price of forklift per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.88 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $6.11 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of forklift to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $40.8 million in 2017 to $64.8 million in 2024, an increase of 59%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Egypt also export forklift?
Yes. Egypt exported $692 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $64.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for forklift?
The HS code for forklift is heading 8427. In Egypt the largest six-digit codes were 8427.20 (52% of the value) and 8427.10 (37%). 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 8427 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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