Central air conditioning units trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in central air conditioning units was worth $6.69 billion in 2024, about 430.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 36% since 2017, and up 1% 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 | $6.69B | 430.0K t |
| 2023 | $6.66B | 383.7K t |
| 2022 | $6.47B | 418.3K t |
| 2021 | $5.93B | 442.0K t |
| 2020 | $5.11B | 404.5K t |
| 2019 | $5.44B | 378.9K t |
| 2018 | $5.39B | 342.5K t |
| 2017 | $4.91B | 336.3K t |
Top central air conditioning units exporting countries
Exports are led by Mexico (23%), China (22%) and the United States (13%). 139 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 58%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $1.54B | 23% |
| China | $1.46B | 22% |
| United States | $856.6M | 13% |
| Italy | $502.8M | 7.5% |
| Canada | $501.4M | 7.5% |
| Thailand | $291.5M | 4.4% |
| Germany | $217.7M | 3.3% |
| France | $102.9M | 1.5% |
| Malaysia | $102.1M | 1.5% |
| Japan | $93.9M | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $92.7M | 1.4% |
| South Korea | $82.9M | 1.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 38% of world imports, ahead of Canada and Germany. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 53% across 215 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.55B | 38% |
| Canada | $715.9M | 11% |
| Germany | $296.2M | 4.4% |
| Mexico | $277.3M | 4.1% |
| United Kingdom | $156.4M | 2.3% |
| Malaysia | $132.6M | 2% |
| Japan | $128.3M | 1.9% |
| France | $113.8M | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $107.0M | 1.6% |
| Spain | $103.2M | 1.5% |
| Brazil | $94.4M | 1.4% |
| Italy | $86.4M | 1.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $15.57 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $25.00 per kg and China $9.48 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 8415.82: Air conditioning machines: containing a motor driven fan, other than window or wall types, incorporating a refrigerating unit. HS 8415 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most central air conditioning units?
Mexico exported $1.54 billion in 2024, 23% of the world total, followed by China (22%) and the United States (13%). In all, 139 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most central air conditioning units?
The United States imported $2.55 billion in 2024, 38% of world imports, ahead of Canada (11%) and Germany (4%). The top three importers together take 53%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in central air conditioning units?
It was worth $6.69 billion in 2024, about 430.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 36% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 139 countries reported exports and 215 reported imports.
What is the average price of central air conditioning units per kg?
The world average declared value was about $15.57 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $25.00 per kg and China $9.48 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for central air conditioning units?
The HS code for central air conditioning units is subheading 8415.82, in chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8415 page.
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