Electric meters trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in electric meters was worth $4.64 billion in 2024, about 92.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 48% 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 | $4.64B | 92.2K t |
| 2023 | $4.83B | 100.7K t |
| 2022 | $3.87B | 85.7K t |
| 2021 | $3.52B | 83.3K t |
| 2020 | $3.94B | 97.4K t |
| 2019 | $4.01B | 79.1K t |
| 2018 | $3.63B | 67.3K t |
| 2017 | $3.14B | 60.6K t |
Top electric meters exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 35% of world exports, followed by Mexico and the United States. The top three supply 58% between them, out of 146 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.60B | 35% |
| Mexico | $822.7M | 18% |
| United States | $278.9M | 6% |
| France | $184.8M | 4% |
| Tunisia | $176.0M | 3.8% |
| Slovenia | $146.3M | 3.2% |
| Malaysia | $138.1M | 3% |
| Poland | $128.0M | 2.8% |
| Greece | $128.0M | 2.8% |
| India | $85.7M | 1.9% |
| Egypt | $78.6M | 1.7% |
| Lithuania | $73.6M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 16% of world imports, ahead of Italy and the United Kingdom. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 24% across 215 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $734.9M | 16% |
| Italy | $205.8M | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $175.0M | 3.8% |
| Canada | $166.1M | 3.6% |
| France | $163.4M | 3.5% |
| Germany | $163.2M | 3.5% |
| Australia | $139.5M | 3% |
| Poland | $133.3M | 2.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $98.7M | 2.1% |
| Singapore | $98.7M | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $87.7M | 1.9% |
| Dominican Republic | $86.8M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $50.36 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Malaysia averaged $126.32 per kg and China $35.81 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 Electric meters (HS 9028.30) 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 9028.30: Meters: electricity supply or production meters, including calibrating meters thereof. HS 9028 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most electric meters?
China exported $1.60 billion in 2024, 35% of the world total, followed by Mexico (18%) and the United States (6%). In all, 146 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most electric meters?
The United States imported $734.9 million in 2024, 16% of world imports, ahead of Italy (4%) and the United Kingdom (4%). The top three importers together take 24%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in electric meters?
It was worth $4.64 billion in 2024, about 92.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 48% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $4.83 billion. 146 countries reported exports and 215 reported imports.
What is the average price of electric meters per kg?
The world average declared value was about $50.36 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Malaysia averaged $126.32 per kg and China $35.81 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for electric meters?
The HS code for electric meters is subheading 9028.30, 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 9028 page.
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