Fibre-cement sheets and tiles trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in fibre-cement sheets and tiles was worth $1.33 billion in 2024, about 2.49 million tonnes. That is an increase of 45% 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 | $1.33B | 2.49M t |
| 2023 | $1.28B | 2.31M t |
| 2022 | $1.42B | 2.58M t |
| 2021 | $1.32B | 2.43M t |
| 2020 | $1.04B | 2.10M t |
| 2019 | $1.04B | 2.09M t |
| 2018 | $971.8M | 1.91M t |
| 2017 | $916.7M | 1.97M t |
Top fibre-cement sheets and tiles exporting countries
Exports are led by the United States (16%), Thailand (12%) and China (12%). 98 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 41%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $215.8M | 16% |
| Thailand | $164.6M | 12% |
| China | $160.9M | 12% |
| Belgium | $99.1M | 7.5% |
| Japan | $51.2M | 3.9% |
| Czech Republic | $45.8M | 3.4% |
| Mexico | $38.7M | 2.9% |
| Malaysia | $37.2M | 2.8% |
| El Salvador | $36.6M | 2.8% |
| Germany | $36.6M | 2.8% |
| Australia | $35.4M | 2.7% |
| Finland | $31.7M | 2.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Canada is the biggest buyer with 13% of world imports, ahead of the United States and the United Kingdom. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 34% across 216 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $168.9M | 13% |
| United States | $162.7M | 12% |
| United Kingdom | $119.8M | 9% |
| Philippines | $85.2M | 6.4% |
| Taiwan | $69.9M | 5.3% |
| France | $47.1M | 3.5% |
| New Zealand | $42.3M | 3.2% |
| Australia | $36.6M | 2.8% |
| Denmark | $35.8M | 2.7% |
| Germany | $28.5M | 2.1% |
| Vietnam | $27.4M | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $27.0M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.53 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Belgium averaged $1.15 per kg and Thailand $0.21 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 6811.82: Cellulose fibre-cement: articles or the like, sheets, panels, tiles and similar articles (other than corrugated sheets), not containing asbestos. HS 6811 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most fibre-cement sheets and tiles?
The United States exported $215.8 million in 2024, 16% of the world total, followed by Thailand (12%) and China (12%). In all, 98 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most fibre-cement sheets and tiles?
Canada imported $168.9 million in 2024, 13% of world imports, ahead of the United States (12%) and the United Kingdom (9%). The top three importers together take 34%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in fibre-cement sheets and tiles?
It was worth $1.33 billion in 2024, about 2.49 million tonnes. That is an increase of 45% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $1.42 billion. 98 countries reported exports and 216 reported imports.
What is the average price of fibre-cement sheets and tiles per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.53 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Belgium averaged $1.15 per kg and Thailand $0.21 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 fibre-cement sheets and tiles?
The HS code for fibre-cement sheets and tiles is subheading 6811.82, in chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 6811 page.
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