Measuring instruments trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in measuring instruments was worth $60.07 billion in 2024, about 661.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 35% since 2017, and up 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 | $60.07B | 661.1K t |
| 2023 | $58.05B | 729.1K t |
| 2022 | $58.29B | 645.2K t |
| 2021 | $55.11B | 622.5K t |
| 2020 | $46.21B | 586.7K t |
| 2019 | $49.17B | 878.7K t |
| 2018 | $50.32B | 1.07M t |
| 2017 | $44.65B | 426.2K t |
Top measuring instruments exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 15% of world exports, followed by the United States and China. The top three supply 42% between them, out of 218 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $9.21B | 15% |
| United States | $8.79B | 15% |
| China | $7.08B | 12% |
| Japan | $5.71B | 9.5% |
| Singapore | $2.83B | 4.7% |
| South Korea | $2.60B | 4.3% |
| United Kingdom | $2.07B | 3.4% |
| Israel | $1.91B | 3.2% |
| Taiwan | $1.82B | 3% |
| Italy | $1.62B | 2.7% |
| Switzerland | $1.40B | 2.3% |
| Canada | $1.32B | 2.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are China (18%), the United States (13%) and Germany (7%). 225 countries imported it, and the top three take 38% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.72B | 18% |
| United States | $8.05B | 13% |
| Germany | $4.02B | 6.7% |
| South Korea | $3.91B | 6.5% |
| Japan | $2.81B | 4.7% |
| Taiwan | $2.02B | 3.4% |
| Mexico | $2.00B | 3.3% |
| India | $1.77B | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.41B | 2.4% |
| Vietnam | $1.38B | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $1.37B | 2.3% |
| France | $1.36B | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $90.86 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Israel averaged $299.97 per kg and China $36.30 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 9031: Measuring or checking instruments, appliances and machines, n.e.c. or included in this chapter; profile projectors. HS 9031 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most measuring instruments?
Germany exported $9.21 billion in 2024, 15% of the world total, followed by the United States (15%) and China (12%). In all, 218 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most measuring instruments?
China imported $10.72 billion in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of the United States (13%) and Germany (7%). The top three importers together take 38%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in measuring instruments?
It was worth $60.07 billion in 2024, about 661.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 35% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 218 countries reported exports and 225 reported imports.
What is the average price of measuring instruments per kg?
The world average declared value was about $90.86 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Israel averaged $299.97 per kg and China $36.30 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 measuring instruments?
The HS code for measuring instruments is heading 9031, in chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 9031 page.
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