Ceramic insulating fittings trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in ceramic insulating fittings was worth $737.5 million in 2024, about 30.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 35% since 2017, and up 11% 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 | $737.5M | 30.0K t |
| 2023 | $663.4M | 30.8K t |
| 2022 | $681.1M | 32.1K t |
| 2021 | $563.2M | 31.3K t |
| 2020 | $505.8M | 28.5K t |
| 2019 | $487.2M | 30.2K t |
| 2018 | $526.5M | 35.2K t |
| 2017 | $544.4M | 35.7K t |
Top ceramic insulating fittings exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 29% of world exports, followed by Japan and Germany. The top three supply 57% between them, out of 92 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $210.9M | 29% |
| Japan | $104.9M | 14% |
| Germany | $100.9M | 14% |
| United States | $48.8M | 6.6% |
| South Korea | $37.4M | 5.1% |
| Vietnam | $29.2M | 4% |
| Italy | $21.2M | 2.9% |
| Kazakhstan | $19.8M | 2.7% |
| Poland | $19.5M | 2.7% |
| Slovenia | $16.6M | 2.3% |
| Taiwan | $15.7M | 2.1% |
| Mexico | $14.5M | 2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 16% of world imports, ahead of China and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 34% across 171 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $121.3M | 17% |
| China | $83.2M | 11% |
| Germany | $45.2M | 6.1% |
| Mexico | $40.2M | 5.5% |
| Russia | $36.6M | 5% |
| Malaysia | $35.5M | 4.8% |
| Japan | $28.7M | 3.9% |
| Thailand | $26.0M | 3.5% |
| Taiwan | $22.1M | 3% |
| South Korea | $19.0M | 2.6% |
| France | $19.0M | 2.6% |
| Indonesia | $16.1M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $24.60 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $100.54 per kg and China $19.49 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 8547.10: Insulating fittings: of ceramics, for electrical machines, of insulating material only (except minor assembly parts), excluding those of heading no. 8546. HS 8547 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most ceramic insulating fittings?
China exported $210.9 million in 2024, 29% of the world total, followed by Japan (14%) and Germany (14%). In all, 92 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most ceramic insulating fittings?
The United States imported $121.3 million in 2024, 16% of world imports, ahead of China (11%) and Germany (6%). The top three importers together take 34%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in ceramic insulating fittings?
It was worth $737.5 million in 2024, about 30.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 35% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 92 countries reported exports and 171 reported imports.
What is the average price of ceramic insulating fittings per kg?
The world average declared value was about $24.60 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $100.54 per kg and China $19.49 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 insulating fittings?
The HS code for ceramic insulating fittings is subheading 8547.10, in chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8547 page.
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