Metal saw blades trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in metal saw blades was worth $223.2 million in 2024, about 11.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 24% 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 | $223.2M | 11.3K t |
| 2023 | $216.5M | 9.7K t |
| 2022 | $220.9M | 11.7K t |
| 2021 | $246.7M | 13.8K t |
| 2020 | $218.8M | 11.7K t |
| 2019 | $180.8M | 11.8K t |
| 2018 | $216.3M | 12.0K t |
| 2017 | $179.3M | 11.3K t |
Top metal saw blades exporting countries
Switzerland is the largest exporter with 34% of world exports, followed by China and the United States. The top three supply 65% between them, out of 106 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $75.6M | 34% |
| China | $40.1M | 18% |
| United States | $30.1M | 14% |
| Germany | $23.7M | 11% |
| Sweden | $16.5M | 7.4% |
| Netherlands | $8.2M | 3.7% |
| Belgium | $4.6M | 2.1% |
| Brazil | $3.5M | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2.1M | 0.9% |
| Belarus | $1.7M | 0.8% |
| Taiwan | $1.7M | 0.8% |
| Poland | $1.6M | 0.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Germany is the biggest buyer with 17% of world imports, ahead of the United States and the United Kingdom. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 38% across 200 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $38.4M | 17% |
| United States | $35.0M | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $11.1M | 5% |
| Netherlands | $10.6M | 4.7% |
| China | $9.5M | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $8.7M | 3.9% |
| Canada | $7.1M | 3.2% |
| Japan | $6.9M | 3.1% |
| France | $5.2M | 2.3% |
| South Korea | $5.0M | 2.3% |
| Mexico | $4.9M | 2.2% |
| Spain | $4.3M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $19.81 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $36.76 per kg and China $11.21 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 8202.91: Tools, hand: straight saw blades, for working metal. HS 8202 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most metal saw blades?
Switzerland exported $75.6 million in 2024, 34% of the world total, followed by China (18%) and the United States (13%). In all, 106 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most metal saw blades?
Germany imported $38.4 million in 2024, 17% of world imports, ahead of the United States (16%) and the United Kingdom (5%). 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 saw blades?
It was worth $223.2 million in 2024, about 11.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 24% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $246.7 million. 106 countries reported exports and 200 reported imports.
What is the average price of metal saw blades per kg?
The world average declared value was about $19.81 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $36.76 per kg and China $11.21 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 saw blades?
The HS code for metal saw blades is subheading 8202.91, 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 8202 page.
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