Ceramic chimney pots and liners trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in ceramic chimney pots and liners was worth $70.7 million in 2024, about 85.4 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 32% since 2017, and down 7% 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 | $70.7M | 85.4K t |
| 2023 | $75.9M | 83.5K t |
| 2022 | $90.2M | 119.0K t |
| 2021 | $98.4M | 132.9K t |
| 2020 | $91.1M | 122.5K t |
| 2019 | $95.8M | 137.5K t |
| 2018 | $114.1M | 158.1K t |
| 2017 | $103.5M | 145.9K t |
Top ceramic chimney pots and liners exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 25% of world exports, followed by China and the Czech Republic. The top three supply 53% between them, out of 100 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $18.0M | 26% |
| China | $13.4M | 19% |
| Czech Republic | $5.9M | 8.4% |
| Poland | $4.1M | 5.7% |
| France | $2.6M | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $2.5M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $2.4M | 3.3% |
| United States | $2.3M | 3.2% |
| Portugal | $1.9M | 2.6% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 2.2% |
| Thailand | $1.5M | 2.1% |
| Hungary | $1.4M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Poland (14%), Austria (5%) and Spain (4%). 188 countries imported it, and the top three take 23% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $9.9M | 14% |
| Austria | $3.4M | 4.8% |
| Spain | $3.0M | 4.2% |
| Romania | $2.9M | 4.2% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 3.3% |
| United States | $2.2M | 3.1% |
| Philippines | $2.2M | 3.1% |
| Russia | $2.1M | 3% |
| Ireland | $2.1M | 2.9% |
| France | $1.9M | 2.7% |
| Hungary | $1.7M | 2.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.6M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.83 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $4.41 per kg and China $0.76 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 6905.90: Ceramic chimney-pots, cowls, chimney liners, architectural ornaments and other constructional goods (excluding roofing tiles). HS 6905 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most ceramic chimney pots and liners?
Germany exported $18.0 million in 2024, 25% of the world total, followed by China (19%) and the Czech Republic (8%). In all, 100 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most ceramic chimney pots and liners?
Poland imported $9.9 million in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of Austria (5%) and Spain (4%). 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 ceramic chimney pots and liners?
It was worth $70.7 million in 2024, about 85.4 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 32% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $114.1 million. 100 countries reported exports and 188 reported imports.
What is the average price of ceramic chimney pots and liners per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.83 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $4.41 per kg and China $0.76 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 ceramic chimney pots and liners?
The HS code for ceramic chimney pots and liners is subheading 6905.90, in chapter 69 (ceramic products). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 6905 page.
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