Electric hoists and pulley blocks imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported electric hoists and pulley blocks worth $34.6 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 203 countries. Value rose 69% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $34.6M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $20.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $15.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $22.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $17.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $20.4M | 1.9K t |
| 2018 | $17.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $17.3M | 1.2K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports electric hoists and pulley blocks from
Most of the value came from China (20%), Spain (19%), Germany (18%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.0M | 20% |
| Spain | $6.7M | 19% |
| Germany | $6.3M | 18% |
| Finland | $2.6M | 7.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2.4M | 7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.1M | 6.1% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 5.7% |
| India | $876K | 2.5% |
| Switzerland | $830K | 2.4% |
| Poland | $592K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.35 per kg, 25% above the world average of $11.52. 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.
Electric hoists and pulley blocks exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $849 thousand of electric hoists and pulley blocks in 2024 (59 tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 51% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+167% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $430K | 51% |
| Belgium | $224K | 26% |
| Egypt | $52K | 6.1% |
| Qatar | $40K | 4.8% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $20K | 2.4% |
| Kuwait | $20K | 2.4% |
| Maldives | $18K | 2.2% |
| Sweden | $9K | 1.1% |
| Seychelles | $8K | 0.9% |
| Tanzania | $7K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates electric hoists and pulley blocks imports (HS 8425.11): 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 8425.11: Pulley tackle and hoists: powered by an electric motor (excluding skip hoists or hoists of a kind used for raising vehicles).
Common questions
What is the value of electric hoists and pulley blocks imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported electric hoists and pulley blocks worth $34.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 203 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 69% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric hoists and pulley blocks to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($7.0 million), followed by Spain (19%) and Germany (18%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 814% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric hoists and pulley blocks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.35 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $11.52 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric hoists and pulley blocks to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17.3 million in 2017 to $34.6 million in 2024, an increase of 99%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $20.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export electric hoists and pulley blocks?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $849 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Belgium and Egypt. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $33.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric hoists and pulley blocks?
The HS code for electric hoists and pulley blocks is subheading 8425.11. 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 8425 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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