Electric hoists and pulley blocks imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $179.1 million of electric hoists and pulley blocks in 2024 (8.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 203 countries. Value rose 18% on 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 | $179.1M | 8.4K t |
| 2023 | $151.5M | 7.3K t |
| 2022 | $129.3M | 6.8K t |
| 2021 | $118.9M | 7.3K t |
| 2020 | $103.2M | 8.9K t |
| 2019 | $203.2M | 12.1K t |
| 2018 | $131.4M | 7.1K t |
| 2017 | $134.5M | 8.9K t |
Where the United States imports electric hoists and pulley blocks from
The largest suppliers were Japan (20%), Canada (15%), China (15%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 50%. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $35.0M | 20% |
| Canada | $27.1M | 15% |
| China | $26.8M | 15% |
| Germany | $19.9M | 11% |
| Spain | $12.1M | 6.8% |
| Finland | $10.2M | 5.7% |
| United Kingdom | $9.0M | 5% |
| South Korea | $4.9M | 2.8% |
| Denmark | $4.5M | 2.5% |
| India | $4.2M | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.40 per kg, 86% above the world average of $11.52. 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 hoists and pulley blocks exports from the United States
The United States exported $101.8 million of electric hoists and pulley blocks in 2024 (4.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 124 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Canada (33%), Mexico (12%), Japan (9%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+203% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $33.2M | 33% |
| Mexico | $12.1M | 12% |
| Japan | $8.8M | 8.7% |
| South Korea | $5.2M | 5.1% |
| France | $4.7M | 4.6% |
| Germany | $3.6M | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $3.5M | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $3.2M | 3.2% |
| Australia | $2.5M | 2.5% |
| Philippines | $2.4M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States electric hoists and pulley blocks imports (HS 8425.11): 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 8425.11: Pulley tackle and hoists: powered by an electric motor (excluding skip hoists or hoists of a kind used for raising vehicles).
Common questions
What is the value of electric hoists and pulley blocks imported by the United States?
The United States imported electric hoists and pulley blocks worth $179.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 203 countries worldwide, with 13% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric hoists and pulley blocks to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 20% of the value ($35.0 million), followed by Canada (15%) and China (15%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 51 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 125% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric hoists and pulley blocks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $21.40 per kg in 2024, 86% above the world average of $11.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric hoists and pulley blocks to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $134.5 million in 2017 to $179.1 million in 2024, an increase of 33%. The peak was 2019 at $203.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $143.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export electric hoists and pulley blocks?
Yes. The United States exported $101.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Japan. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $77.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric hoists and pulley blocks?
The HS code for electric hoists and pulley blocks is subheading 8425.11. 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?
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