Electric industrial trucks imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported electric industrial trucks worth $37.3 million (2.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 181 countries. That is 18% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $37.3M | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $45.7M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $20.6M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $9.5M | 736 t |
| 2020 | $8.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $13.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $15.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $11.4M | 1.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports electric industrial trucks from
Most of the value came from France (42%), China (17%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $15.6M | 42% |
| China | $6.4M | 17% |
| Germany | $5.2M | 14% |
| United States | $5.1M | 14% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 4.4% |
| Italy | $1.3M | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $812K | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $307K | 0.8% |
| Ireland | $259K | 0.7% |
| Canada | $253K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.08 per kg, close to the world average of $12.33.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Electric industrial trucks exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported electric industrial trucks worth $7.9 million (692 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were France (13%), Switzerland (10%), Italy (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 30%. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $1.0M | 13% |
| Switzerland | $762K | 9.6% |
| Italy | $571K | 7.2% |
| Spain | $556K | 7% |
| United States | $511K | 6.5% |
| Germany | $354K | 4.5% |
| Brazil | $313K | 4% |
| Netherlands | $302K | 3.8% |
| Israel | $287K | 3.6% |
| Australia | $225K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom electric industrial trucks imports (HS 8709.11): 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 8709.11: Vehicles: electrical, self-propelled, (not fitted with lifting or handling equipment), of the type used for short distance transport of goods in factories, warehouses, dock areas or airports.
Common questions
What is the value of electric industrial trucks imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported electric industrial trucks worth $37.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 181 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric industrial trucks to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($15.6 million), followed by China (17%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 66% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric industrial trucks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.08 per kg in 2024, 14% above the world average of $12.33 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 industrial trucks to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.4 million in 2017 to $37.3 million in 2024, an increase of 226%. The peak was 2023 at $45.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export electric industrial trucks?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $7.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Switzerland and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $29.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric industrial trucks?
The HS code for electric industrial trucks is subheading 8709.11. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8709 page.
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