Drawing dies trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in drawing dies was worth $824.5 million in 2024, about 35.7 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 14% 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 | $824.5M | 35.7K t |
| 2023 | $859.3M | 30.8K t |
| 2022 | $809.8M | 29.0K t |
| 2021 | $880.0M | 35.3K t |
| 2020 | $890.0M | 30.7K t |
| 2019 | $870.5M | 31.8K t |
| 2018 | $1.01B | 37.9K t |
| 2017 | $954.3M | 35.1K t |
Top drawing dies exporting countries
Exports are led by China (16%), Italy (16%) and the United States (8%). 111 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 40%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $135.1M | 16% |
| Italy | $128.1M | 16% |
| United States | $63.4M | 7.7% |
| Germany | $57.0M | 6.9% |
| Japan | $50.9M | 6.2% |
| Thailand | $43.8M | 5.3% |
| Spain | $39.5M | 4.8% |
| Switzerland | $32.1M | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $24.8M | 3% |
| Taiwan | $23.3M | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $23.3M | 2.8% |
| India | $22.0M | 2.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (9%), Germany (8%) and Spain (5%). 175 countries imported it, and the top three take 22% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $74.0M | 9% |
| Germany | $61.9M | 7.5% |
| Spain | $43.8M | 5.3% |
| Thailand | $38.9M | 4.7% |
| China | $38.7M | 4.7% |
| Mexico | $37.1M | 4.5% |
| Japan | $34.7M | 4.2% |
| India | $34.7M | 4.2% |
| Vietnam | $27.5M | 3.3% |
| Poland | $26.0M | 3.2% |
| France | $20.3M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $17.3M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $23.10 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $300.61 per kg and China $13.05 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 8207.20: Tools, interchangeable: (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), dies for drawing or extruding metal. HS 8207 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most drawing dies?
China exported $135.1 million in 2024, 16% of the world total, followed by Italy (16%) and the United States (8%). In all, 111 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most drawing dies?
The United States imported $74.0 million in 2024, 9% of world imports, ahead of Germany (8%) and Spain (5%). The top three importers together take 22%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in drawing dies?
It was worth $824.5 million in 2024, about 35.7 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 14% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $1.01 billion. 111 countries reported exports and 175 reported imports.
What is the average price of drawing dies per kg?
The world average declared value was about $23.10 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $300.61 per kg and China $13.05 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 drawing dies?
The HS code for drawing dies is subheading 8207.20, in chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8207 page.
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