Metal files trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in metal files was worth $311.8 million in 2024, about 30.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 4% since 2017, and down 2% 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 | $311.8M | 30.3K t |
| 2023 | $316.6M | 30.1K t |
| 2022 | $330.5M | 32.1K t |
| 2021 | $360.0M | 34.1K t |
| 2020 | $290.6M | 28.8K t |
| 2019 | $294.0M | 29.4K t |
| 2018 | $316.9M | 32.3K t |
| 2017 | $301.1M | 29.3K t |
Top metal files exporting countries
Exports are led by China (21%), Germany (13%) and India (12%). 147 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 46%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $66.5M | 21% |
| Germany | $41.3M | 13% |
| India | $36.6M | 12% |
| Switzerland | $36.2M | 12% |
| Portugal | $21.4M | 6.9% |
| Netherlands | $13.5M | 4.3% |
| Brazil | $11.7M | 3.7% |
| Colombia | $11.0M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $9.4M | 3% |
| United States | $8.8M | 2.8% |
| Mexico | $8.7M | 2.8% |
| United Kingdom | $4.4M | 1.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 11% of world imports, ahead of Germany and the Netherlands. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 25% across 215 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $34.8M | 11% |
| Germany | $25.4M | 8.2% |
| Netherlands | $17.8M | 5.7% |
| Mexico | $10.2M | 3.3% |
| France | $10.0M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $9.6M | 3.1% |
| Brazil | $7.1M | 2.3% |
| Sweden | $6.6M | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $6.2M | 2% |
| Australia | $6.2M | 2% |
| Spain | $6.0M | 1.9% |
| Canada | $5.9M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $10.29 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $24.40 per kg and India $5.85 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 files (HS 8203.10) 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 8203.10: Tools, hand: files, rasps and similar tools. HS 8203 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most metal files?
China exported $66.5 million in 2024, 21% of the world total, followed by Germany (13%) and India (12%). In all, 147 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most metal files?
The United States imported $34.8 million in 2024, 11% of world imports, ahead of Germany (8%) and the Netherlands (6%). The top three importers together take 25%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in metal files?
It was worth $311.8 million in 2024, about 30.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 4% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $360.0 million. 147 countries reported exports and 215 reported imports.
What is the average price of metal files per kg?
The world average declared value was about $10.29 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $24.40 per kg and India $5.85 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 files?
The HS code for metal files is subheading 8203.10, 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 8203 page.
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