Manual hoists and pulley blocks exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported manual hoists and pulley blocks worth $31.3 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 149 countries. That is 10% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $31.3M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $34.6M | 1.0K t |
| 2022 | $26.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $29.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $20.3M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $20.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $21.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $15.4M | 928 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports manual hoists and pulley blocks to
The largest buyer markets were United States (31%), France (8%), Netherlands (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+242% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.6M | 31% |
| France | $2.5M | 7.9% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 6.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.8M | 5.8% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 3.7% |
| Germany | $792K | 2.5% |
| Norway | $785K | 2.5% |
| Ireland | $764K | 2.5% |
| India | $749K | 2.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.76 per kg, 251% above the world average of $5.63. 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.
Manual hoists and pulley blocks imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported manual hoists and pulley blocks worth $22.6 million (1.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 212 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from China (21%), Germany (19%), United States (12%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+346% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.8M | 21% |
| Germany | $4.3M | 19% |
| United States | $2.7M | 12% |
| Taiwan | $2.6M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $1.4M | 6% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 5.3% |
| France | $1.1M | 4.9% |
| Japan | $823K | 3.6% |
| South Africa | $452K | 2% |
| Poland | $442K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom manual hoists and pulley blocks exports (HS 8425.19): 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 8425.19: Pulley tackle and hoists: not powered by an electric motor (excluding skip hoists or hoists of a kind used for raising vehicles).
Common questions
What is the value of manual hoists and pulley blocks exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported manual hoists and pulley blocks worth $31.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 149 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy manual hoists and pulley blocks from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 31% of the value ($9.6 million), followed by France (8%) and the Netherlands (6%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 106 buyer countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 242% on the year.
What is the average export price of manual hoists and pulley blocks per kg?
The average declared export value was about $19.76 per kg in 2024, 251% above the world average of $5.63 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of manual hoists and pulley blocks from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $15.4 million in 2017 to $31.3 million in 2024, an increase of 103%. The peak was 2023 at $34.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import manual hoists and pulley blocks?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $22.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Germany and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for manual hoists and pulley blocks?
The HS code for manual hoists and pulley blocks is subheading 8425.19. 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?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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