Household vacuum cleaners trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in household vacuum cleaners was worth $15.87 billion in 2024, about 806.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 91% 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 | $15.87B | 806.2K t |
| 2023 | $14.67B | 771.5K t |
| 2022 | $15.03B | 795.5K t |
| 2021 | $15.67B | 858.5K t |
| 2020 | $12.49B | 762.3K t |
| 2019 | $10.64B | 707.0K t |
| 2018 | $10.23B | 708.7K t |
| 2017 | $8.32B | 667.4K t |
Top household vacuum cleaners exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 51% of world exports, followed by Malaysia and Vietnam. The top three supply 71% between them, out of 151 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $8.02B | 51% |
| Malaysia | $1.72B | 11% |
| Vietnam | $1.48B | 9.3% |
| Germany | $1.33B | 8.4% |
| Philippines | $578.6M | 3.7% |
| Mexico | $288.6M | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $229.0M | 1.4% |
| Romania | $215.3M | 1.4% |
| Poland | $199.9M | 1.3% |
| France | $178.5M | 1.1% |
| Italy | $162.4M | 1% |
| United States | $147.2M | 0.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (18%), Germany (12%) and the Netherlands (6%). 216 countries imported it, and the top three take 36% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.78B | 18% |
| Germany | $1.98B | 13% |
| Netherlands | $979.4M | 6.2% |
| France | $798.7M | 5% |
| Japan | $695.8M | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $635.4M | 4% |
| South Korea | $592.1M | 3.7% |
| Poland | $587.1M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $566.0M | 3.6% |
| Turkey | $504.1M | 3.2% |
| Spain | $426.2M | 2.7% |
| Australia | $405.6M | 2.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $19.69 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Philippines averaged $38.89 per kg and Romania $7.84 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 8508.11: Vacuum cleaners, with self-contained electric motor, of a power not exceeding 1,500 W and having a dust bag or other receptacle capacity not exceeding 20L. HS 8508 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most household vacuum cleaners?
China exported $8.02 billion in 2024, 51% of the world total, followed by Malaysia (11%) and Vietnam (9%). In all, 151 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most household vacuum cleaners?
The United States imported $2.78 billion in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of Germany (12%) and the Netherlands (6%). The top three importers together take 36%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in household vacuum cleaners?
It was worth $15.87 billion in 2024, about 806.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 91% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 151 countries reported exports and 216 reported imports.
What is the average price of household vacuum cleaners per kg?
The world average declared value was about $19.69 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the Philippines averaged $38.89 per kg and Romania $7.84 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 household vacuum cleaners?
The HS code for household vacuum cleaners is subheading 8508.11, in chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8508 page.
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