Electric winches and capstans imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported electric winches and capstans worth $32.1 million (4.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 23% 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 | $32.1M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $26.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $16.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $17.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $16.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $14.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $11.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $14.1M | 1.9K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports electric winches and capstans from
The largest suppliers were China (42%), United States (11%), Italy (10%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+64% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $13.6M | 42% |
| United States | $3.5M | 11% |
| Italy | $3.3M | 10% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.3M | 7.3% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 5.5% |
| Czech Republic | $1.5M | 4.7% |
| Taiwan | $1000K | 3.1% |
| Austria | $729K | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $602K | 1.9% |
| France | $548K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.56 per kg, close to the world average of $9.06.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Electric winches and capstans exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported electric winches and capstans worth $1.8 million (140 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: United Kingdom accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+796% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 81% |
| Australia | $203K | 12% |
| Israel | $39K | 2.2% |
| Italy | $26K | 1.5% |
| Germany | $24K | 1.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $14K | 0.8% |
| Seychelles | $9K | 0.5% |
| Georgia | $8K | 0.4% |
| Malaysia | $7K | 0.4% |
| Netherlands | $5K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates electric winches and capstans imports (HS 8425.31): 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 8425.31: Winches: capstans: powered by an electric motor.
Common questions
What is the value of electric winches and capstans imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported electric winches and capstans worth $32.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 208 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric winches and capstans to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($13.6 million), followed by the United States (11%) and Italy (10%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 153% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric winches and capstans per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.56 per kg in 2024, 17% below the world average of $9.06 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electric winches and capstans to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $14.1 million in 2017 to $32.1 million in 2024, an increase of 128%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $18.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export electric winches and capstans?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $1.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United Kingdom, Australia and Israel. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $30.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric winches and capstans?
The HS code for electric winches and capstans is subheading 8425.31. 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.
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