Direction compasses trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in direction compasses was worth $285.2 million in 2024, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 17% since 2017, and up 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 | $285.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $274.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $245.5M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $255.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $239.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $243.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $250.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $244.1M | 1.1K t |
Top direction compasses exporting countries
Japan is the largest exporter with 14% of world exports, followed by France and the United States. The top three supply 39% between them, out of 118 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $38.8M | 14% |
| France | $37.7M | 13% |
| United States | $34.4M | 12% |
| Germany | $26.2M | 9.2% |
| United Kingdom | $22.2M | 7.8% |
| China | $21.3M | 7.5% |
| Netherlands | $19.0M | 6.7% |
| Italy | $12.4M | 4.3% |
| Norway | $7.7M | 2.7% |
| Switzerland | $6.8M | 2.4% |
| Finland | $6.4M | 2.2% |
| Denmark | $5.8M | 2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (14%), China (10%) and the Netherlands (7%). 196 countries imported it, and the top three take 31% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $39.4M | 14% |
| China | $28.4M | 10% |
| Netherlands | $20.3M | 7.1% |
| United Kingdom | $18.4M | 6.4% |
| South Korea | $13.6M | 4.8% |
| Norway | $12.6M | 4.4% |
| Singapore | $12.4M | 4.3% |
| Turkey | $10.7M | 3.7% |
| Canada | $10.3M | 3.6% |
| Australia | $9.5M | 3.3% |
| Italy | $9.1M | 3.2% |
| Germany | $8.5M | 3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $140.40 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $577.10 per kg and China $24.23 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 9014.10: Navigational instruments and appliances: direction finding compasses. HS 9014 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most direction compasses?
Japan exported $38.8 million in 2024, 14% of the world total, followed by France (13%) and the United States (12%). In all, 118 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most direction compasses?
The United States imported $39.4 million in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of China (10%) and the Netherlands (7%). The top three importers together take 31%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in direction compasses?
It was worth $285.2 million in 2024, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 17% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 118 countries reported exports and 196 reported imports.
What is the average price of direction compasses per kg?
The world average declared value was about $140.40 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $577.10 per kg and China $24.23 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for direction compasses?
The HS code for direction compasses is subheading 9014.10, in chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 9014 page.
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