Metal button trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in metal button was worth $461.2 million in 2024, about 33.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 29% since 2017, and up 15% 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 | $461.2M | 33.3K t |
| 2023 | $399.8M | 28.2K t |
| 2022 | $436.5M | 27.9K t |
| 2021 | $457.9M | 32.3K t |
| 2020 | $324.9M | 24.1K t |
| 2019 | $420.9M | 32.7K t |
| 2018 | $410.5M | 28.5K t |
| 2017 | $358.1M | 28.7K t |
Top metal button exporting countries
Exports are led by China (52%), Hong Kong (16%) and Italy (8%). 119 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 76%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $242.0M | 53% |
| Hong Kong | $71.6M | 16% |
| Italy | $36.4M | 7.9% |
| Turkey | $20.5M | 4.4% |
| Spain | $15.2M | 3.3% |
| France | $9.1M | 2% |
| Japan | $8.7M | 1.9% |
| Thailand | $8.2M | 1.8% |
| Germany | $7.1M | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $6.0M | 1.3% |
| Poland | $5.7M | 1.2% |
| United States | $4.6M | 1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Bangladesh (15%), Hong Kong (13%) and Vietnam (11%). 187 countries imported it, and the top three take 38% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | $68.4M | 15% |
| Hong Kong | $57.8M | 13% |
| Vietnam | $51.3M | 11% |
| Morocco | $35.2M | 7.6% |
| Cambodia | $23.7M | 5.1% |
| France | $22.4M | 4.9% |
| India | $19.5M | 4.2% |
| China | $17.6M | 3.8% |
| Indonesia | $12.5M | 2.7% |
| Spain | $9.2M | 2% |
| Italy | $8.9M | 1.9% |
| Turkey | $8.8M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $13.85 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Thailand averaged $334.90 per kg and China $9.18 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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The shipment records behind Metal button (HS 9606.22) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 9606.22: Buttons: of base metal, not covered with textile material. HS 9606 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most metal button?
China exported $242.0 million in 2024, 52% of the world total, followed by Hong Kong (16%) and Italy (8%). In all, 119 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most metal button?
Bangladesh imported $68.4 million in 2024, 15% of world imports, ahead of Hong Kong (13%) and Vietnam (11%). 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 metal button?
It was worth $461.2 million in 2024, about 33.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 29% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 119 countries reported exports and 187 reported imports.
What is the average price of metal button per kg?
The world average declared value was about $13.85 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Thailand averaged $334.90 per kg and China $9.18 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for metal button?
The HS code for metal button is subheading 9606.22, in chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 9606 page.
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