Manual and towed forklifts imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $7.0 million of manual and towed forklifts in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). That is 32% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $7.0M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $5.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $4.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $7.2M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $4.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $5.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $3.5M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 1.2K t |
Where Egypt imports manual and towed forklifts from
Most of the value came from China (46%), Central African Republic (13%), United Kingdom (6%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+837% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.2M | 46% |
| Central African Republic | $890K | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $448K | 6.4% |
| Japan | $407K | 5.8% |
| Italy | $367K | 5.2% |
| Germany | $348K | 5% |
| India | $277K | 4% |
| Turkey | $232K | 3.3% |
| Sweden | $226K | 3.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $217K | 3.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.30 per kg, 24% below the world average of $4.32, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Manual and towed forklifts exports from Egypt
In 2024, Egypt exported manual and towed forklifts worth $332 thousand (31 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 88% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $294K | 88% |
| Saudi Arabia | $32K | 9.5% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $7K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt manual and towed forklifts imports (HS 8427.90): 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 8427.90: Fork-lift and other works trucks: fitted with lifting or handling equipment, not self-propelled.
Common questions
What is the value of manual and towed forklifts imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported manual and towed forklifts worth $7.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 43rd of 219 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply manual and towed forklifts to Egypt?
China was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by the Central African Republic (13%) and the United Kingdom (6%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 837% on the year.
What is the average import price of manual and towed forklifts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.30 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $4.32 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of manual and towed forklifts to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $7.0 million in 2024, an increase of 128%. The peak was 2021 at $7.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.0 million a year.
Does Egypt also export manual and towed forklifts?
Yes. Egypt exported $332 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and Cote d'Ivoire. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $6.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for manual and towed forklifts?
The HS code for manual and towed forklifts is subheading 8427.90. 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.
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