Clothing fasteners trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in clothing fasteners was worth $4.52 billion in 2024, about 331.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 28% since 2017, and down 2% 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 | $4.52B | 331.6K t |
| 2023 | $4.62B | 368.6K t |
| 2022 | $4.70B | 341.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.25B | 344.5K t |
| 2020 | $3.26B | 274.8K t |
| 2019 | $3.87B | 320.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.81B | 322.8K t |
| 2017 | $3.53B | 294.6K t |
Top clothing fasteners exporting countries
Exports are led by China (36%), Italy (11%) and France (6%). 186 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 53%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.63B | 36% |
| Italy | $489.9M | 11% |
| France | $265.3M | 5.9% |
| Germany | $247.6M | 5.5% |
| United States | $220.3M | 4.9% |
| Hong Kong | $184.8M | 4.1% |
| Romania | $155.9M | 3.5% |
| Taiwan | $149.9M | 3.3% |
| Switzerland | $116.6M | 2.6% |
| Portugal | $102.1M | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $101.8M | 2.3% |
| Poland | $95.1M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
France is the biggest buyer with 11% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Vietnam. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 23% across 217 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $493.2M | 11% |
| Germany | $274.0M | 6.1% |
| Vietnam | $271.8M | 6% |
| Italy | $242.3M | 5.4% |
| United States | $230.9M | 5.1% |
| Hong Kong | $202.0M | 4.5% |
| Cambodia | $175.4M | 3.9% |
| Romania | $158.5M | 3.5% |
| Spain | $153.9M | 3.4% |
| India | $140.8M | 3.1% |
| Indonesia | $138.6M | 3.1% |
| Mexico | $116.7M | 2.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $13.63 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $40.44 per kg and China $9.01 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 8308: Clasps, frames with clasps, buckles, buckle-clasps, hooks, eyes, eyelets etc for clothing & accessories, footwear, jewellery, wrist-watches, books, awnings, leather goods, travel goods, saddlery etc, tubular etc rivets, beads, spangles, of base metal. HS 8308 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most clothing fasteners?
China exported $1.63 billion in 2024, 36% of the world total, followed by Italy (11%) and France (6%). In all, 186 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most clothing fasteners?
France imported $493.2 million in 2024, 11% of world imports, ahead of Germany (6%) and Vietnam (6%). 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 clothing fasteners?
It was worth $4.52 billion in 2024, about 331.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 28% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $4.70 billion. 186 countries reported exports and 217 reported imports.
What is the average price of clothing fasteners per kg?
The world average declared value was about $13.63 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $40.44 per kg and China $9.01 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 clothing fasteners?
The HS code for clothing fasteners is heading 8308, in chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 8308 page.
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