Ceramic floor and wall tiles trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in ceramic floor and wall tiles was worth $18.73 billion in 2024, about 36.45 million tonnes. That is an increase of 13% since 2017, and down 4% 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 | $18.73B | 36.45M t |
| 2023 | $19.56B | 36.05M t |
| 2022 | $22.26B | 45.10M t |
| 2021 | $20.51B | 46.96M t |
| 2020 | $16.70B | 42.01M t |
| 2019 | $17.19B | 44.02M t |
| 2018 | $17.57B | 43.91M t |
| 2017 | $16.51B | 40.48M t |
Top ceramic floor and wall tiles exporting countries
Exports are led by Italy (24%), Spain (19%) and China (18%). 171 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 60%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $4.43B | 24% |
| Spain | $3.48B | 19% |
| China | $3.30B | 18% |
| India | $2.36B | 13% |
| Turkey | $743.4M | 4% |
| Poland | $433.7M | 2.3% |
| Brazil | $391.6M | 2.1% |
| Mexico | $342.1M | 1.8% |
| Germany | $315.1M | 1.7% |
| Vietnam | $269.3M | 1.4% |
| Portugal | $255.0M | 1.4% |
| Czech Republic | $146.9M | 0.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (12%), France (6%) and Germany (5%). 221 countries imported it, and the top three take 23% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.21B | 12% |
| France | $1.22B | 6.5% |
| Germany | $892.1M | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $652.3M | 3.5% |
| Philippines | $504.3M | 2.7% |
| South Korea | $448.7M | 2.4% |
| Australia | $397.2M | 2.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $375.7M | 2% |
| Israel | $364.2M | 1.9% |
| Russia | $340.8M | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $304.9M | 1.6% |
| Canada | $298.8M | 1.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.51 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $0.82 per kg and Brazil $0.31 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 6907: Ceramic flags and paving, hearth or wall tiles; ceramic mosaic cubes and the like, whether or not on a backing; finishing ceramics. HS 6907 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most ceramic floor and wall tiles?
Italy exported $4.43 billion in 2024, 24% of the world total, followed by Spain (19%) and China (18%). In all, 171 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most ceramic floor and wall tiles?
The United States imported $2.21 billion in 2024, 12% of world imports, ahead of France (6%) and Germany (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 ceramic floor and wall tiles?
It was worth $18.73 billion in 2024, about 36.45 million tonnes. That is an increase of 13% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $22.26 billion. 171 countries reported exports and 221 reported imports.
What is the average price of ceramic floor and wall tiles per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.51 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $0.82 per kg and Brazil $0.31 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles?
The HS code for ceramic floor and wall tiles is heading 6907, in chapter 69 (ceramic products). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 6907 page.
How can I find ceramic floor and wall tiles buyers and suppliers?
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