Hand tools (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in hand tools (other) was worth $4.40 billion in 2024, about 452.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 34% since 2017, and up 8% 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 | $4.40B | 452.4K t |
| 2023 | $4.06B | 411.6K t |
| 2022 | $4.17B | 443.1K t |
| 2021 | $4.12B | 438.0K t |
| 2020 | $3.36B | 366.5K t |
| 2019 | $3.54B | 368.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.64B | 360.9K t |
| 2017 | $3.29B | 335.3K t |
Top hand tools (other) exporting countries
Exports are led by China (34%), Taiwan (12%) and Germany (12%). 210 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 58%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.51B | 34% |
| Taiwan | $530.3M | 12% |
| Germany | $527.6M | 12% |
| United States | $373.9M | 8.5% |
| France | $163.4M | 3.7% |
| Austria | $94.2M | 2.1% |
| Poland | $91.5M | 2.1% |
| Italy | $86.8M | 2% |
| India | $86.0M | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $73.2M | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $70.8M | 1.6% |
| Mexico | $69.6M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (18%), France (8%) and Germany (7%). 223 countries imported it, and the top three take 33% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $813.3M | 19% |
| France | $330.2M | 7.5% |
| Germany | $302.8M | 6.9% |
| United Kingdom | $162.0M | 3.7% |
| Canada | $142.4M | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $120.0M | 2.7% |
| Singapore | $114.3M | 2.6% |
| Australia | $112.0M | 2.6% |
| Russia | $110.9M | 2.5% |
| Mexico | $108.8M | 2.5% |
| Spain | $107.9M | 2.5% |
| Poland | $101.9M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $9.72 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $78.73 per kg and China $5.47 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 8205.59: Tools, hand: other hand tools (including glaziers diamonds), excluding household tools, drilling, threading or tapping tools, hammers and sledge hammers, planes, chisels, gouges and similar cutting tools for working wood, and screwdrivers. HS 8205 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most hand tools (other)?
China exported $1.51 billion in 2024, 34% of the world total, followed by Taiwan (12%) and Germany (12%). In all, 210 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most hand tools (other)?
The United States imported $813.3 million in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of France (8%) and Germany (7%). The top three importers together take 33%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in hand tools (other)?
It was worth $4.40 billion in 2024, about 452.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 34% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 210 countries reported exports and 223 reported imports.
What is the average price of hand tools (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $9.72 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $78.73 per kg and China $5.47 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 hand tools (other)?
The HS code for hand tools (other) is subheading 8205.59, 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 8205 page.
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