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China: Non-Propelled Vehicle Market 2025

Non-Propelled Vehicle Market Size in China

The Chinese non-propelled vehicle market reduced notably to $X in 2021, with a decrease of -20.1% against the previous year. In general, consumption showed a noticeable decrease. Non-propelled vehicle consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Non-Propelled Vehicle Production in China

In value terms, non-propelled vehicle production fell to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +1.9% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 when the production volume increased by 7.2%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2020, and then declined in the following year.

Non-Propelled Vehicle Exports

Exports from China

For the fifth consecutive year, China recorded growth in shipments abroad of vehicles not mechanically propelled, which increased by 14% to X units in 2021. In general, total exports indicated a strong increase from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +5.4% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, exports increased by +132.6% against 2016 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 69%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, non-propelled vehicle exports surged to $X in 2021. Overall, total exports indicated a prominent expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +7.5% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, exports increased by +92.5% against 2016 indices. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The United States (X units) was the main destination for non-propelled vehicle exports from China, with a 28% share of total exports. Moreover, non-propelled vehicle exports to the United States exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Japan (X units), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Germany (X units), with a 5.7% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the United States totaled +5.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Japan (+1.7% per year) and Germany (+8.3% per year).

In value terms, the United States ($X) remains the key foreign market for non-propelled vehicle exports from China, comprising 31% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Japan ($X), with a 7.7% share of total exports. It was followed by the UK, with a 5.6% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the United States amounted to +9.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Japan (+4.1% per year) and the UK (+8.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average non-propelled vehicle export price amounted to $X per unit, with an increase of 16% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated notable growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +2.0% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, non-propelled vehicle export price increased by +23.0% against 2018 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the average export price increased by 38% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per unit. From 2017 to 2021, the average export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably country of destination: the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per unit), while the average price for exports to France ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Malaysia (+4.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Non-Propelled Vehicle Imports

Imports into China

In 2021, supplies from abroad of vehicles not mechanically propelled was finally on the rise to reach X units for the first time since 2016, thus ending a four-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 56% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X units. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, non-propelled vehicle imports expanded modestly to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, saw a slight decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 24% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X units) constituted the largest supplier of non-propelled vehicle to China, with a 39% share of total imports. Moreover, non-propelled vehicle imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Japan (X units), threefold. Spain (X units) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 9.8% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the United States amounted to -1.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Japan (+8.1% per year) and Spain (-0.0% per year).

In value terms, the largest non-propelled vehicle suppliers to China were Japan ($X), the United States ($X) and Germany ($X), together accounting for 64% of total imports. These countries were followed by South Korea, Italy, Taiwan (Chinese), Spain and Vietnam, which together accounted for a further 13%.

In terms of the main suppliers, Vietnam, with a CAGR of +20.9%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average non-propelled vehicle import price stood at $X per unit in 2021, shrinking by -8.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a mild shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average import price increased by 56% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per unit in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably country of origin: the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per unit), while the price for Vietnam ($X per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Oman (+1,031.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, the United States and India, together comprising 44% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Russia, Brazil, the UK, Italy, Germany, Japan, Mexico, South Korea, Thailand and France, which together accounted for a further 28%.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of non-propelled vehicle production, comprising approx. 58% of total volume. Moreover, non-propelled vehicle production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, sixfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Brazil, with a 3.8% share.
In value terms, the United States, Japan and Germany were the largest non-propelled vehicle suppliers to China, together accounting for 53% of total imports. South Korea, Taiwan Chinese), France and Spain lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 23%.
In value terms, the United States remains the key foreign market for non-propelled vehicle exports from China, comprising 31% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 7.7% share of total exports. It was followed by Germany, with a 5.5% share.
The average non-propelled vehicle export price stood at $27 per unit in 2021, reducing by -10.5% against the previous year.
In 2021, the average non-propelled vehicle import price amounted to $148 per unit, waning by -13.8% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the non-propelled vehicle market in China. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 30991000 - Vehicles not mechanically propelled including industry trolleys, barrows, luggage trucks, hopper-trucks, hand pulled golf trolleys excluding shopping trolleys

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Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in China
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024

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