Band saw blades trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in band saw blades was worth $684.2 million in 2024, about 42.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 2% since 2017, and down 8% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $684.2M | 42.8K t |
| 2023 | $746.5M | 45.1K t |
| 2022 | $776.0M | 48.4K t |
| 2021 | $778.9M | 46.6K t |
| 2020 | $628.9M | 41.4K t |
| 2019 | $688.2M | 45.3K t |
| 2018 | $735.0M | 45.6K t |
| 2017 | $670.3M | 42.0K t |
Top band saw blades exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 29% of world exports, followed by China and the United States. The top three supply 55% between them, out of 119 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $200.9M | 29% |
| China | $103.9M | 15% |
| United States | $72.9M | 11% |
| Sweden | $36.6M | 5.3% |
| United Kingdom | $33.9M | 5% |
| Austria | $30.2M | 4.4% |
| Belarus | $29.4M | 4.3% |
| Japan | $23.8M | 3.5% |
| Brazil | $20.5M | 3% |
| Poland | $20.4M | 3% |
| Italy | $20.0M | 2.9% |
| Mexico | $13.5M | 2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (13%), the Netherlands (5%) and Italy (5%). 202 countries imported it, and the top three take 23% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $90.0M | 13% |
| Netherlands | $35.0M | 5.1% |
| Italy | $32.8M | 4.8% |
| India | $32.3M | 4.7% |
| Russia | $32.3M | 4.7% |
| Germany | $30.2M | 4.4% |
| Canada | $25.6M | 3.8% |
| Mexico | $25.3M | 3.7% |
| China | $23.7M | 3.5% |
| Austria | $20.9M | 3.1% |
| Poland | $20.5M | 3% |
| Turkey | $18.2M | 2.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $15.97 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Austria averaged $24.65 per kg and China $10.38 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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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 8202.20: Tools, hand: band saw blades. HS 8202 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most band saw blades?
Germany exported $200.9 million in 2024, 29% of the world total, followed by China (15%) and the United States (11%). In all, 119 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most band saw blades?
The United States imported $90.0 million in 2024, 13% of world imports, ahead of the Netherlands (5%) and Italy (5%). The top three importers together take 23%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in band saw blades?
It was worth $684.2 million in 2024, about 42.8 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 2% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $778.9 million. 119 countries reported exports and 202 reported imports.
What is the average price of band saw blades per kg?
The world average declared value was about $15.97 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Austria averaged $24.65 per kg and China $10.38 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for band saw blades?
The HS code for band saw blades is subheading 8202.20, in chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8202 page.
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