Knife blades trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in knife blades was worth $239.9 million in 2024, about 23.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 21% 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 | $239.9M | 23.2K t |
| 2023 | $230.5M | 20.6K t |
| 2022 | $241.3M | 23.6K t |
| 2021 | $245.6M | 21.8K t |
| 2020 | $195.6M | 17.7K t |
| 2019 | $201.4M | 17.9K t |
| 2018 | $205.8M | 20.1K t |
| 2017 | $197.5M | 18.5K t |
Top knife blades exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 32% of world exports, followed by Japan and Germany. The top three supply 55% between them, out of 128 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $76.9M | 32% |
| Japan | $28.8M | 12% |
| Germany | $25.5M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $15.9M | 6.6% |
| United States | $14.7M | 6.1% |
| Mexico | $7.6M | 3.2% |
| South Korea | $7.2M | 3% |
| Taiwan | $6.9M | 2.9% |
| Austria | $5.5M | 2.3% |
| France | $5.4M | 2.2% |
| Poland | $5.3M | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $4.9M | 2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 16% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Canada. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 29% across 210 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $38.3M | 16% |
| Germany | $19.5M | 8.1% |
| Canada | $11.8M | 4.9% |
| Mexico | $10.4M | 4.3% |
| France | $8.7M | 3.6% |
| Poland | $8.2M | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $7.9M | 3.3% |
| China | $7.2M | 3% |
| Russia | $6.4M | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $6.4M | 2.7% |
| Indonesia | $6.0M | 2.5% |
| Italy | $5.2M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $10.35 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $21.05 per kg and China $6.11 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 8211.94: Blades: cutting, serrated or not, excluding those of heading no. 8208. HS 8211 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most knife blades?
China exported $76.9 million in 2024, 32% of the world total, followed by Japan (12%) and Germany (11%). In all, 128 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most knife blades?
The United States imported $38.3 million in 2024, 16% of world imports, ahead of Germany (8%) and Canada (5%). The top three importers together take 29%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in knife blades?
It was worth $239.9 million in 2024, about 23.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 21% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $245.6 million. 128 countries reported exports and 210 reported imports.
What is the average price of knife blades per kg?
The world average declared value was about $10.35 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $21.05 per kg and China $6.11 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 knife blades?
The HS code for knife blades is subheading 8211.94, 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 8211 page.
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