Electric winches and capstans imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of electric winches and capstans by the United States reached $223.5 million in 2024 (34.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 208 countries for imports of this product. That is 9% 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 | $223.5M | 34.9K t |
| 2023 | $205.5M | 11.8K t |
| 2022 | $215.0M | 14.7K t |
| 2021 | $202.0M | 15.3K t |
| 2020 | $173.3M | 33.0K t |
| 2019 | $155.7M | 11.3K t |
| 2018 | $179.9M | 12.3K t |
| 2017 | $161.3M | 12.6K t |
Where the United States imports electric winches and capstans from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+234% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $117.1M | 52% |
| France | $23.7M | 11% |
| Canada | $14.7M | 6.6% |
| Germany | $12.3M | 5.5% |
| United Kingdom | $7.1M | 3.2% |
| Taiwan | $5.8M | 2.6% |
| Switzerland | $5.6M | 2.5% |
| Italy | $5.1M | 2.3% |
| Norway | $5.0M | 2.2% |
| Sweden | $4.2M | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.41 per kg, 29% below the world average of $9.06, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Electric winches and capstans exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported electric winches and capstans worth $95.1 million (5.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 130 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Canada (20%), Mexico (11%), Japan (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $19.4M | 20% |
| Mexico | $10.0M | 11% |
| Japan | $9.8M | 10% |
| Germany | $7.7M | 8.1% |
| United Kingdom | $4.8M | 5.1% |
| Spain | $4.2M | 4.4% |
| Australia | $4.0M | 4.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.5M | 3.6% |
| Guyana | $3.4M | 3.6% |
| France | $3.3M | 3.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States electric winches and capstans imports (HS 8425.31): 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 8425.31: Winches: capstans: powered by an electric motor.
Common questions
What is the value of electric winches and capstans imported by the United States?
The United States imported electric winches and capstans worth $223.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 34.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 208 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply electric winches and capstans to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($117.1 million), followed by France (11%) and Canada (7%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 284% on the year.
What is the average import price of electric winches and capstans per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.41 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $9.06 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of electric winches and capstans to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $161.3 million in 2017 to $223.5 million in 2024, an increase of 39%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $189.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export electric winches and capstans?
Yes. The United States exported $95.1 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 $128.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for electric winches and capstans?
The HS code for electric winches and capstans is subheading 8425.31. 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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