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Pliers Manufacturer, Supplier & Exporter in Ethiopia

Ethiopia is Africa's second most populous country, with a large farming economy and state-built industrial parks for textiles and agro-processing. Hurain Engitech & Trade supplies pliers to Ethiopia — combination, cutting, long nose, bent nose, water pump and locking pliers for electricians, mechanics and industry.

Currency: bir (ETB)
Main ports: via Djibouti
Sea transit from Gujarat: 12–22 days
Import taxes: Import duty plus VAT (EAC / COMESA frameworks where applicable)
Our hours (local): 07:00–16:30 Ethiopia time (09:30–19:00 IST), Monday to Saturday

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Quick answer

Who is a reliable pliers supplier and exporter for Ethiopia?

Hurain Engitech & Trade, based in Palanpur, Gujarat, manufactures, wholesales and exports pliers to buyers in Ethiopia, including Addis Ababa, Adama, Dire Dawa. We quote FOB, CFR or CIF Djibouti with about 12–22 days sea transit and full export documents.

Why Ethiopia needs pliers

Ethiopia is Africa's second most populous country, with a large farming economy and state-built industrial parks for textiles and agro-processing. It is landlocked and imports mainly through Djibouti by rail and road.

Pliers are everyday tools for electricians, plumbers and mechanics, sold through hardware stores and replaced as they wear or go missing on site.

Construction & infrastructure in Ethiopia

Housing and infrastructure in Addis Ababa and regional cities drive building-material demand.

In Ethiopia, contractors & builders and builders' merchants buy pliers from us mainly for electrical installation and automotive workshops.

Who buys pliers: Contractors & builders · Builders' merchants · Real-estate developers · Infrastructure projects

Manufacturing & plant maintenance in Ethiopia

Industrial parks and factories need MRO supplies and tools.

In Ethiopia, factories & oems and mro distributors buy pliers from us mainly for plumbing and maintenance and repair.

Who buys pliers: Factories & OEMs · MRO distributors · Maintenance contractors · Machine shops

Wholesale & retail distribution in Ethiopia

Hardware and home-goods retailers in Ethiopia buy assortment containers with retail-ready packing and barcodes.

In Ethiopia, hardware stores and supermarkets buy pliers from us mainly for assembly lines and retail hardware stores.

Who buys pliers: Hardware stores · Supermarkets · E-commerce sellers · Distributors

Automotive & workshops in Ethiopia

Vehicle parts dealers and workshops in Ethiopia stock tyres, hydraulic jacks, lubricants, accessories and workshop tools — fast-moving lines that suit mixed-container imports.

In Ethiopia, auto-parts dealers and tyre shops buy pliers from us mainly for electrical installation and automotive workshops.

Who buys pliers: Auto-parts dealers · Tyre shops · Fleet operators · Service workshops

Typical uses: Electrical installation · Automotive workshops · Plumbing · Maintenance and repair · Assembly lines · Retail hardware stores.

Top 8 cities for pliers in Ethiopia

Ranked by how closely each city's industries match the buyers of pliers. Every city links to its own page with local delivery details.

Importing pliers into Ethiopia: local guide

Practical facts for buyers in Ethiopia — working days, time difference, customs system, trade-agreement duty and the seasons to plan around.

Weekend	Saturday–Sunday (many trading firms also work Saturday mornings)
Our office hours in your time	07:00–16:30 Ethiopia time (09:30–19:00 IST), Monday to Saturday
Country calling code	+251 (our WhatsApp: +91 87809 43729)
Business languages	Amharic; we correspond in English
Currency	bir (ETB); quotations in USD
Customs system	Ethiopian electronic single window (eSW)
Trade agreement with India	No India-specific trade agreement; standard (MFN) duty applies
Plan orders around	Ramadan and the Eid holidays, plus the Christmas–New Year period

Pliers specifications for Ethiopia

Typical specification range for pliers; exact values are confirmed per order and matched to Ethiopia's import requirements.

Material	Chrome vanadium steel, carbon steel
Sizes	150 mm, 160 mm, 180 mm, 200 mm, 250 mm
Finish	Polished, satin chrome, black oxide
Handles	PVC dipped, dual-material, 1000 V insulated

Types of pliers available

Water Pump Pliers
Cutting Pliers
Bent Nose Pliers
Long Nose Pliers
Jaw Locking Pliers
Combination Pliers

Standards: ISO 5746, DIN ISO 5743, IEC 60900 or the standard your project specifies. Imports require a bank permit and foreign-exchange allocation; regulated products may need conformity assessment by Ethiopian authorities.

Price, duties & landed cost in Ethiopia

Quotation currency	USD (EUR on request); you pay in bir (ETB) through your bank
Incoterms	EXW, FOB Mundra or Kandla (Gujarat), CFR or CIF Djibouti
Import taxes	Import duty plus VAT (EAC / COMESA frameworks where applicable)
Import conformity	Imports require a bank permit and foreign-exchange allocation; regulated products may need conformity assessment by Ethiopian authorities.
Export documents	Commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, bill of lading; test certificates / COA where applicable
Payment	50% advance with order confirmation and 50% before dispatch against export documents; L/C at sight can be discussed for larger orders.

Packing for shipment to Ethiopia

Items are rust-protected where needed (VCI paper, oil or grease), packed in cartons, boxes or wooden cases, and palletised on fumigated (ISPM-15) pallets. Carton marks, barcodes and private-label packing are available.

How to order

How to import pliers into Ethiopia

01Share your requirement. Send product names, specifications or drawings, quantities, destination port and any required standards by form, email or WhatsApp.
02Receive a detailed quotation. We confirm specifications and reply with price (EXW, FOB, CFR or CIF), MOQ, packing, lead time and payment terms.
03Approve samples or drawings. Where needed we send samples, GA drawings or technical data sheets for approval before production.
04Production and sourcing. Your order is manufactured or sourced from qualified partner factories and tracked against the agreed schedule.
05Inspection and testing. Goods are checked for quantity, dimensions, finish and function; third-party inspection can be arranged on request.
06Export packing and documents. Goods are packed for sea or air freight and shipped with invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and bill of lading.

FAQ

Pliers in Ethiopia — frequently asked questions

Do you export pliers to Ethiopia?

Yes. Hurain Engitech & Trade manufactures, supplies and exports pliers from India to importers, distributors and project buyers in Ethiopia, by sea (FCL or LCL) or by air, with full export documentation.

Which cities in Ethiopia do you deliver pliers to?

We deliver anywhere in Ethiopia. The cities with the highest demand for pliers are Addis Ababa, Adama, Dire Dawa, Dessie, Gondar, Debre Birhan, Kombolcha and Bishoftu, because of their construction & infrastructure, wholesale & retail distribution, manufacturing & plant maintenance industries.

How long does delivery of pliers to Ethiopia take?

Indicative sea transit from Mundra or Kandla (Gujarat) to Djibouti is about 12–22 days, plus production and inland time. The confirmed schedule is given in the quotation.

What does pliers cost in Ethiopia?

Price depends on the size, grade, quantity and packing of the pliers you need, so we quote per enquiry in USD, which your bank converts to bir. Mixed-product containers usually lower the landed cost per item.

What import rules apply to pliers in Ethiopia?

Import duty plus VAT (EAC / COMESA frameworks where applicable). Imports require a bank permit and foreign-exchange allocation; regulated products may need conformity assessment by Ethiopian authorities. Confirm the HS code and duty with your customs broker; we provide the invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and test certificates.

Is there a trade agreement between India and Ethiopia?

There is no India-specific trade agreement with Ethiopia, so standard (MFN) duty applies to pliers. We supply a non-preferential certificate of origin with every shipment.

Can I combine pliers with other products in one shipment to Ethiopia?

Yes. Pliers can be consolidated with other pliers and products from our other divisions in one FCL or LCL container with one set of documents.

Do you supply 1000 V insulated pliers?

Yes. VDE-style insulated pliers tested to IEC 60900 for 1000 V work are available.

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Share product, specification, quantity and destination port. Our export team replies with price, MOQ, packing and lead time.

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