Metal picture frames trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in metal picture frames was worth $321.3 million in 2024, about 59.9 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 4% since 2017, and up 1% 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 | $321.3M | 59.9K t |
| 2023 | $319.6M | 52.4K t |
| 2022 | $323.1M | 50.3K t |
| 2021 | $336.0M | 55.1K t |
| 2020 | $295.9M | 52.8K t |
| 2019 | $323.9M | 58.3K t |
| 2018 | $355.0M | 60.2K t |
| 2017 | $333.5M | 54.4K t |
Top metal picture frames exporting countries
Exports are led by China (62%), Germany (8%) and India (3%). 163 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 73%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $198.2M | 62% |
| Germany | $25.3M | 7.9% |
| India | $9.5M | 3% |
| Czech Republic | $6.6M | 2.1% |
| United States | $6.4M | 2% |
| Netherlands | $6.2M | 1.9% |
| Italy | $5.6M | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $5.1M | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $4.4M | 1.4% |
| Vietnam | $4.3M | 1.3% |
| Slovakia | $4.3M | 1.3% |
| Belgium | $4.2M | 1.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (26%), Germany (8%) and the United Kingdom (8%). 210 countries imported it, and the top three take 41% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $83.0M | 26% |
| Germany | $25.2M | 7.8% |
| United Kingdom | $24.9M | 7.8% |
| France | $16.7M | 5.2% |
| Canada | $11.4M | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $11.1M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $6.9M | 2.1% |
| Poland | $6.5M | 2% |
| Spain | $6.4M | 2% |
| Switzerland | $6.4M | 2% |
| Czech Republic | $6.4M | 2% |
| Japan | $6.0M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $5.37 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $15.29 per kg and China $4.33 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 8306.30: Photograph, picture or similar frames, mirrors: of base metal. HS 8306 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most metal picture frames?
China exported $198.2 million in 2024, 62% of the world total, followed by Germany (8%) and India (3%). In all, 163 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most metal picture frames?
The United States imported $83.0 million in 2024, 26% of world imports, ahead of Germany (8%) and the United Kingdom (8%). The top three importers together take 41%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in metal picture frames?
It was worth $321.3 million in 2024, about 59.9 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 4% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $355.0 million. 163 countries reported exports and 210 reported imports.
What is the average price of metal picture frames per kg?
The world average declared value was about $5.37 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Italy averaged $15.29 per kg and China $4.33 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 metal picture frames?
The HS code for metal picture frames is subheading 8306.30, in chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products 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 8306 page.
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