Mechanical vehicle jacks imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported mechanical vehicle jacks worth $323.1 million (154.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 216 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $409.0 million.
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 | $323.1M | 154.1K t |
| 2023 | $323.9M | 150.6K t |
| 2022 | $409.0M | 177.7K t |
| 2021 | $398.5M | 197.3K t |
| 2020 | $294.3M | 168.0K t |
| 2019 | $303.2M | 175.2K t |
| 2018 | $354.7M | 53.9K t |
| 2017 | $325.8M | 139.1K t |
Where the United States imports mechanical vehicle jacks from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 53% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $171.3M | 53% |
| Canada | $70.8M | 22% |
| Mexico | $13.6M | 4.2% |
| India | $10.6M | 3.3% |
| Taiwan | $8.2M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $6.8M | 2.1% |
| Germany | $6.8M | 2.1% |
| Italy | $5.8M | 1.8% |
| Japan | $5.2M | 1.6% |
| Vietnam | $4.0M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.10 per kg, 28% below the world average of $2.90, 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.
Mechanical vehicle jacks exports from the United States
The United States exported $79.6 million of mechanical vehicle jacks in 2024 (10.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 153 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Canada (26%), Mexico (17%), France (5%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest (+657% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $20.4M | 26% |
| Mexico | $13.6M | 17% |
| France | $3.8M | 4.8% |
| Australia | $3.8M | 4.8% |
| Israel | $3.6M | 4.5% |
| Denmark | $3.2M | 4% |
| Germany | $2.9M | 3.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2.9M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 2.5% |
| China | $1.8M | 2.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States 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 States?
The United States imported mechanical vehicle jacks worth $323.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 154.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 216 countries worldwide, with 28% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply mechanical vehicle jacks to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($171.3 million), followed by Canada (22%) and Mexico (4%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 316% on the year.
What is the average import price of mechanical vehicle jacks per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.10 per kg in 2024, 28% below 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 States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $325.8 million in 2017 to $323.1 million in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2022 at $409.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $341.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export mechanical vehicle jacks?
Yes. The United States exported $79.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and France. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $243.5 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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