Mechanical vehicle jacks imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of mechanical vehicle jacks by the United Kingdom reached $49.7 million in 2024 (6.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 216 countries for imports of this product. 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 | $49.7M | 6.1K t |
| 2023 | $44.4M | 5.5K t |
| 2022 | $39.9M | 5.9K t |
| 2021 | $30.1M | 4.8K t |
| 2020 | $25.2M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $34.5M | 6.7K t |
| 2018 | $35.5M | 6.3K t |
| 2017 | $38.0M | 6.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports mechanical vehicle jacks from
Most of the value came from France (28%), Germany (20%), China (13%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+100% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $13.8M | 28% |
| Germany | $10.0M | 20% |
| China | $6.6M | 13% |
| Italy | $6.1M | 12% |
| Spain | $3.0M | 6% |
| United States | $2.9M | 5.8% |
| South Korea | $1.4M | 2.7% |
| Czech Republic | $1.1M | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $952K | 1.9% |
| Denmark | $709K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.19 per kg, 182% above the world average of $2.90. 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.
Mechanical vehicle jacks exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported mechanical vehicle jacks worth $10.1 million (639 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were United States (16%), Germany (9%), Australia (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 32%. Among the main buyer markets, New Zealand grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.6M | 16% |
| Germany | $945K | 9.4% |
| Australia | $755K | 7.5% |
| New Zealand | $599K | 5.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $488K | 4.8% |
| France | $451K | 4.5% |
| Spain | $410K | 4.1% |
| Ireland | $357K | 3.5% |
| Italy | $353K | 3.5% |
| Angola | $286K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom mechanical vehicle jacks imports (HS 8425.49): 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 8425.49: Jacks and hoists: (other than hydraulic), of a kind used for raising vehicles.
Common questions
What is the value of mechanical vehicle jacks imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported mechanical vehicle jacks worth $49.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 216 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply mechanical vehicle jacks to the United Kingdom?
France was the largest supplier with 28% of the value ($13.8 million), followed by Germany (20%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 100% on the year.
What is the average import price of mechanical vehicle jacks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $8.19 per kg in 2024, 182% above the world average of $2.90 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of mechanical vehicle jacks to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $38.0 million in 2017 to $49.7 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $37.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export mechanical vehicle jacks?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $10.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the United States, Germany and Australia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $39.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for mechanical vehicle jacks?
The HS code for mechanical vehicle jacks is subheading 8425.49. 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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