Construction and public works machinery trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in construction and public works machinery was worth $3.17 billion in 2024, about 259.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 11% 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 | $3.17B | 259.7K t |
| 2023 | $3.31B | 253.4K t |
| 2022 | $2.97B | 245.6K t |
| 2021 | $3.05B | 357.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.55B | 290.9K t |
| 2019 | $2.80B | 324.2K t |
| 2018 | $3.19B | 285.2K t |
| 2017 | $2.86B | 256.9K t |
Top construction and public works machinery exporting countries
Exports are led by Germany (44%), China (14%) and the United States (9%). 135 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 67%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.39B | 44% |
| China | $455.9M | 14% |
| United States | $280.4M | 8.9% |
| Italy | $160.3M | 5.1% |
| Sweden | $83.6M | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $83.1M | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $63.0M | 2% |
| Denmark | $48.6M | 1.5% |
| Finland | $44.9M | 1.4% |
| Canada | $43.9M | 1.4% |
| Turkey | $42.0M | 1.3% |
| Japan | $38.7M | 1.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 17% of world imports, ahead of France and Canada. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 27% across 210 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $529.8M | 17% |
| France | $192.3M | 6.1% |
| Canada | $148.4M | 4.7% |
| United Kingdom | $133.9M | 4.2% |
| Italy | $109.6M | 3.5% |
| Poland | $92.9M | 2.9% |
| Russia | $89.5M | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $82.9M | 2.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $76.2M | 2.4% |
| Germany | $75.0M | 2.4% |
| Australia | $72.0M | 2.3% |
| Brazil | $71.8M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $12.19 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $15.76 per kg and China $7.14 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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The shipment records behind Construction and public works machinery (HS 8479.10) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 8479.10: Machinery and mechanical appliances: for public works, building or the like. HS 8479 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most construction and public works machinery?
Germany exported $1.39 billion in 2024, 44% of the world total, followed by China (14%) and the United States (9%). In all, 135 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most construction and public works machinery?
The United States imported $529.8 million in 2024, 17% of world imports, ahead of France (6%) and Canada (5%). The top three importers together take 27%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in construction and public works machinery?
It was worth $3.17 billion in 2024, about 259.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 11% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $3.31 billion. 135 countries reported exports and 210 reported imports.
What is the average price of construction and public works machinery per kg?
The world average declared value was about $12.19 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $15.76 per kg and China $7.14 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 construction and public works machinery?
The HS code for construction and public works machinery is subheading 8479.10, 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 8479 page.
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