Mineral pelletizing and shaping machines trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in mineral pelletizing and shaping machines was worth $2.40 billion in 2024, about 268.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 2% since 2017, and down 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 | $2.40B | 268.1K t |
| 2023 | $2.47B | 230.6K t |
| 2022 | $2.44B | 240.4K t |
| 2021 | $2.30B | 221.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.04B | 206.8K t |
| 2019 | $2.24B | 248.2K t |
| 2018 | $2.50B | 217.1K t |
| 2017 | $2.36B | 245.7K t |
Top mineral pelletizing and shaping machines exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 38% of world exports, followed by Italy and Germany. The top three supply 64% between them, out of 130 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $913.8M | 38% |
| Italy | $370.6M | 15% |
| Germany | $254.4M | 11% |
| United States | $89.0M | 3.7% |
| Spain | $86.1M | 3.6% |
| Turkey | $84.3M | 3.5% |
| France | $69.3M | 2.9% |
| Denmark | $56.9M | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $47.6M | 2% |
| South Africa | $40.4M | 1.7% |
| Austria | $36.6M | 1.5% |
| Japan | $34.9M | 1.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
India is the biggest buyer with 8% of world imports, ahead of the United States and Turkey. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 19% across 204 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $198.2M | 8.3% |
| United States | $160.6M | 6.7% |
| Turkey | $108.0M | 4.5% |
| Mexico | $93.4M | 3.9% |
| Uzbekistan | $93.4M | 3.9% |
| Kazakhstan | $87.3M | 3.6% |
| Chile | $85.0M | 3.5% |
| Canada | $70.3M | 2.9% |
| Russia | $68.1M | 2.8% |
| Germany | $64.1M | 2.7% |
| Algeria | $61.0M | 2.5% |
| Zambia | $59.3M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $8.95 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $21.90 per kg and China $6.13 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 8474.80: Machines: for agglomerating, shaping or moulding solid mineral fuels, ceramic paste, unhardened cements, plastering materials in powder or paste form, machines for forming foundry moulds of sand. HS 8474 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most mineral pelletizing and shaping machines?
China exported $913.8 million in 2024, 38% of the world total, followed by Italy (15%) and Germany (11%). In all, 130 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most mineral pelletizing and shaping machines?
India imported $198.2 million in 2024, 8% of world imports, ahead of the United States (7%) and Turkey (4%). The top three importers together take 19%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in mineral pelletizing and shaping machines?
It was worth $2.40 billion in 2024, about 268.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 2% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $2.50 billion. 130 countries reported exports and 204 reported imports.
What is the average price of mineral pelletizing and shaping machines per kg?
The world average declared value was about $8.95 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $21.90 per kg and China $6.13 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 mineral pelletizing and shaping machines?
The HS code for mineral pelletizing and shaping machines is subheading 8474.80, in chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8474 page.
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