Hydraulic control systems trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in hydraulic control systems was worth $2.53 billion in 2024, about 46.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 3% since 2017, and down 3% 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 | $2.53B | 46.0K t |
| 2023 | $2.61B | 45.1K t |
| 2022 | $2.39B | 41.1K t |
| 2021 | $2.22B | 35.3K t |
| 2020 | $1.92B | 29.5K t |
| 2019 | $1.98B | 25.5K t |
| 2018 | $2.33B | 38.9K t |
| 2017 | $2.45B | 29.6K t |
Top hydraulic control systems exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 48% of world exports, followed by France and the United States. The top three supply 66% between them, out of 136 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.21B | 48% |
| France | $268.9M | 11% |
| United States | $194.7M | 7.7% |
| China | $182.2M | 7.2% |
| South Korea | $77.5M | 3.1% |
| Hungary | $69.8M | 2.8% |
| Japan | $59.4M | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $57.6M | 2.3% |
| Italy | $55.8M | 2.2% |
| Taiwan | $41.9M | 1.7% |
| Mexico | $34.2M | 1.4% |
| Belgium | $32.4M | 1.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are China (12%), Germany (8%) and Spain (8%). 210 countries imported it, and the top three take 28% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $304.0M | 12% |
| Germany | $197.8M | 7.8% |
| Spain | $196.9M | 7.8% |
| United States | $182.5M | 7.2% |
| Turkey | $141.9M | 5.6% |
| Italy | $133.2M | 5.3% |
| France | $128.4M | 5.1% |
| Czech Republic | $115.7M | 4.6% |
| United Kingdom | $94.7M | 3.8% |
| Japan | $70.4M | 2.8% |
| Slovakia | $67.0M | 2.7% |
| Poland | $63.3M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $54.94 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $220.52 per kg and China $11.71 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 9032.81: Regulating or controlling instruments and apparatus: automatic, hydraulic or pneumatic. HS 9032 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most hydraulic control systems?
Germany exported $1.21 billion in 2024, 48% of the world total, followed by France (11%) and the United States (8%). In all, 136 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most hydraulic control systems?
China imported $304.0 million in 2024, 12% of world imports, ahead of Germany (8%) and Spain (8%). The top three importers together take 28%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in hydraulic control systems?
It was worth $2.53 billion in 2024, about 46.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 3% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $2.61 billion. 136 countries reported exports and 210 reported imports.
What is the average price of hydraulic control systems per kg?
The world average declared value was about $54.94 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $220.52 per kg and China $11.71 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for hydraulic control systems?
The HS code for hydraulic control systems is subheading 9032.81, 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 9032 page.
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