Electric forklifts imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electric forklifts by the United Kingdom reached $943.1 million in 2024 (96.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 211 countries. That is 12% more than in 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 | $943.1M | 96.3K t |
| 2023 | $840.6M | 87.0K t |
| 2022 | $705.3M | 84.6K t |
| 2021 | $556.8M | 59.5K t |
| 2020 | $462.7M | 56.0K t |
| 2019 | $526.2M | 64.3K t |
| 2018 | $490.8M | 58.5K t |
| 2017 | $564.4M | 69.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports electric forklifts from
The largest suppliers were Germany (29%), China (14%), Sweden (12%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+426% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $273.7M | 29% |
| China | $132.3M | 14% |
| Sweden | $112.6M | 12% |
| Ireland | $98.6M | 11% |
| Italy | $92.7M | 9.8% |
| United States | $80.7M | 8.6% |
| Czech Republic | $43.4M | 4.6% |
| France | $32.2M | 3.4% |
| Spain | $12.2M | 1.3% |
| India | $9.9M | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.80 per kg, 38% above the world average of $7.11. 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 forklifts exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of electric forklifts by the United Kingdom reached $309.9 million in 2024 (46.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 136 countries. Most of it went to United States (26%), Netherlands (16%), Belgium (10%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+80% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $81.6M | 26% |
| Netherlands | $48.1M | 16% |
| Belgium | $30.9M | 10% |
| Italy | $19.5M | 6.3% |
| Spain | $17.0M | 5.5% |
| France | $14.4M | 4.6% |
| Turkey | $10.3M | 3.3% |
| Ireland | $8.8M | 2.8% |
| Germany | $7.7M | 2.5% |
| Poland | $5.8M | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom electric forklifts imports (HS 8427.10): 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 8427.10: Fork-lift and other works trucks: fitted with lifting or handling equipment, self-propelled by electric motor.
Common questions
What is the value of electric forklifts imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported electric forklifts worth $943.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 96.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 211 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric forklifts to the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($273.7 million), followed by China (14%) and Sweden (12%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 39 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 426% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric forklifts per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.80 per kg in 2024, 38% above the world average of $7.11 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 forklifts to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $564.4 million in 2017 to $943.1 million in 2024, an increase of 67%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $636.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export electric forklifts?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $309.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, the Netherlands and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $633.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric forklifts?
The HS code for electric forklifts is subheading 8427.10. 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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