Low voltage relays trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in low voltage relays was worth $4.72 billion in 2024, about 177.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 1% since 2017, and down 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 | $4.72B | 177.3K t |
| 2023 | $5.15B | 102.0K t |
| 2022 | $5.25B | 111.7K t |
| 2021 | $5.02B | 100.7K t |
| 2020 | $4.03B | 82.7K t |
| 2019 | $4.38B | 93.0K t |
| 2018 | $5.12B | 101.1K t |
| 2017 | $4.67B | 103.5K t |
Top low voltage relays exporting countries
Exports are led by China (24%), Germany (12%) and Japan (12%). 175 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 48%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.14B | 24% |
| Germany | $564.0M | 12% |
| Japan | $545.5M | 12% |
| United States | $365.9M | 7.8% |
| France | $272.2M | 5.8% |
| Portugal | $177.9M | 3.8% |
| South Korea | $169.1M | 3.6% |
| Mexico | $158.7M | 3.4% |
| Spain | $121.3M | 2.6% |
| Thailand | $108.3M | 2.3% |
| Vietnam | $107.8M | 2.3% |
| Philippines | $98.9M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (11%), Germany (10%) and Mexico (9%). 216 countries imported it, and the top three take 30% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $498.9M | 11% |
| Germany | $491.8M | 10% |
| Mexico | $433.8M | 9.2% |
| China | $362.6M | 7.7% |
| Hong Kong | $162.5M | 3.4% |
| France | $158.5M | 3.4% |
| South Korea | $157.6M | 3.3% |
| Japan | $156.0M | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $148.4M | 3.1% |
| Czech Republic | $140.5M | 3% |
| Italy | $123.5M | 2.6% |
| India | $120.8M | 2.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $26.64 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $88.96 per kg and Portugal $33.92 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 8536.41: Electrical apparatus: relays, (for a voltage not exceeding 60 volts). HS 8536 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most low voltage relays?
China exported $1.14 billion in 2024, 24% of the world total, followed by Germany (12%) and Japan (12%). In all, 175 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most low voltage relays?
The United States imported $498.9 million in 2024, 11% of world imports, ahead of Germany (10%) and Mexico (9%). The top three importers together take 30%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in low voltage relays?
It was worth $4.72 billion in 2024, about 177.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 1% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $5.25 billion. 175 countries reported exports and 216 reported imports.
What is the average price of low voltage relays per kg?
The world average declared value was about $26.64 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $88.96 per kg and Portugal $33.92 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 low voltage relays?
The HS code for low voltage relays is subheading 8536.41, 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 8536 page.
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