Lightning arresters and surge suppressors trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in lightning arresters and surge suppressors was worth $784.5 million in 2024, about 36.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 22% since 2017, and up 9% 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 | $784.5M | 36.3K t |
| 2023 | $717.9M | 28.9K t |
| 2022 | $661.2M | 27.9K t |
| 2021 | $651.9M | 29.1K t |
| 2020 | $627.7M | 28.3K t |
| 2019 | $636.9M | 29.2K t |
| 2018 | $752.4M | 32.8K t |
| 2017 | $640.9M | 28.9K t |
Top lightning arresters and surge suppressors exporting countries
Exports are led by China (22%), Germany (18%) and the United States (10%). 130 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 49%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $170.8M | 22% |
| Germany | $138.9M | 18% |
| United States | $78.2M | 10% |
| Switzerland | $42.1M | 5.4% |
| Sweden | $40.4M | 5.2% |
| Mexico | $40.4M | 5.2% |
| Japan | $30.2M | 3.8% |
| France | $28.7M | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $21.5M | 2.8% |
| India | $19.5M | 2.5% |
| Spain | $13.9M | 1.8% |
| Poland | $13.1M | 1.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 13% of world imports, ahead of Saudi Arabia and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 23% across 210 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $101.9M | 13% |
| Saudi Arabia | $44.3M | 5.7% |
| Germany | $34.5M | 4.4% |
| Canada | $31.0M | 4% |
| India | $29.3M | 3.7% |
| Mexico | $24.3M | 3.1% |
| South Korea | $23.5M | 3% |
| Poland | $22.5M | 2.9% |
| Brazil | $21.2M | 2.7% |
| China | $20.4M | 2.6% |
| Indonesia | $18.0M | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $17.6M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $21.63 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $64.72 per kg and China $11.42 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 8535.40: Electrical apparatus: lightning arresters, voltage limiters and surge suppressors (for a voltage exceeding 1000 volts). HS 8535 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most lightning arresters and surge suppressors?
China exported $170.8 million in 2024, 22% of the world total, followed by Germany (18%) and the United States (10%). In all, 130 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most lightning arresters and surge suppressors?
The United States imported $101.9 million in 2024, 13% of world imports, ahead of Saudi Arabia (6%) and Germany (4%). The top three importers together take 23%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in lightning arresters and surge suppressors?
It was worth $784.5 million in 2024, about 36.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 22% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 130 countries reported exports and 210 reported imports.
What is the average price of lightning arresters and surge suppressors per kg?
The world average declared value was about $21.63 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $64.72 per kg and China $11.42 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 lightning arresters and surge suppressors?
The HS code for lightning arresters and surge suppressors is subheading 8535.40, 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 8535 page.
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