Plastic and rubber molds (other types) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in plastic and rubber molds (other types) was worth $2.41 billion in 2024, about 108.6 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 8% since 2017, and down 4% 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 | $2.41B | 108.6K t |
| 2023 | $2.52B | 105.7K t |
| 2022 | $2.40B | 100.7K t |
| 2021 | $2.44B | 102.4K t |
| 2020 | $2.34B | 97.0K t |
| 2019 | $2.49B | 113.9K t |
| 2018 | $2.63B | 108.4K t |
| 2017 | $2.61B | 110.9K t |
Top plastic and rubber molds (other types) exporting countries
Exports are led by China (37%), Italy (6%) and Germany (6%). 140 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 49%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $902.0M | 37% |
| Italy | $141.5M | 5.9% |
| Germany | $138.6M | 5.8% |
| South Korea | $104.2M | 4.3% |
| United States | $100.5M | 4.2% |
| Poland | $83.1M | 3.5% |
| Austria | $81.4M | 3.4% |
| India | $69.5M | 2.9% |
| Taiwan | $67.9M | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $67.1M | 2.8% |
| Japan | $62.9M | 2.6% |
| Thailand | $57.9M | 2.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
India is the biggest buyer with 11% of world imports, ahead of the United States and Mexico. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 27% across 200 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $261.5M | 11% |
| United States | $252.4M | 11% |
| Mexico | $130.8M | 5.4% |
| Germany | $125.6M | 5.2% |
| Vietnam | $90.5M | 3.8% |
| Spain | $74.2M | 3.1% |
| Thailand | $68.7M | 2.9% |
| China | $66.3M | 2.8% |
| France | $63.7M | 2.6% |
| Poland | $60.0M | 2.5% |
| Italy | $59.9M | 2.5% |
| Indonesia | $54.4M | 2.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $22.20 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Austria averaged $58.88 per kg and China $16.78 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 8480.79: Moulds: for rubber or plastics, other than injection or compression types. HS 8480 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most plastic and rubber molds (other types)?
China exported $902.0 million in 2024, 37% of the world total, followed by Italy (6%) and Germany (6%). In all, 140 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most plastic and rubber molds (other types)?
India imported $261.5 million in 2024, 11% of world imports, ahead of the United States (10%) and Mexico (5%). The top three importers together take 27%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in plastic and rubber molds (other types)?
It was worth $2.41 billion in 2024, about 108.6 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 8% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $2.63 billion. 140 countries reported exports and 200 reported imports.
What is the average price of plastic and rubber molds (other types) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $22.20 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Austria averaged $58.88 per kg and China $16.78 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 plastic and rubber molds (other types)?
The HS code for plastic and rubber molds (other types) is subheading 8480.79, 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 8480 page.
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