Porcelain household articles trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in porcelain household articles was worth $186.0 million in 2024, about 40.0 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 4% since 2017, and down 24% 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 | $186.0M | 40.0K t |
| 2023 | $244.5M | 54.5K t |
| 2022 | $396.4M | 71.4K t |
| 2021 | $254.1M | 55.8K t |
| 2020 | $226.3M | 49.2K t |
| 2019 | $221.4M | 49.3K t |
| 2018 | $209.8M | 52.5K t |
| 2017 | $193.4M | 39.9K t |
Top porcelain household articles exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 49% of world exports, followed by France and the United States. The top three supply 63% between them, out of 164 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $91.6M | 49% |
| France | $13.8M | 7.4% |
| United States | $12.7M | 6.8% |
| Malaysia | $6.3M | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $5.5M | 3% |
| Italy | $5.4M | 2.9% |
| Germany | $5.2M | 2.8% |
| Spain | $3.6M | 1.9% |
| Portugal | $3.3M | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $2.8M | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $2.6M | 1.4% |
| Poland | $2.6M | 1.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 7% of world imports, ahead of Singapore and Vietnam. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 16% across 218 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $12.5M | 6.7% |
| Singapore | $9.0M | 4.9% |
| Vietnam | $8.5M | 4.6% |
| United Kingdom | $8.2M | 4.4% |
| France | $8.0M | 4.3% |
| Germany | $7.4M | 4% |
| Spain | $6.9M | 3.7% |
| Poland | $6.4M | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $6.2M | 3.4% |
| Russia | $4.6M | 2.5% |
| Mexico | $4.2M | 2.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.2M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $4.65 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $21.24 per kg and Malaysia $2.44 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 6911.90: Household and toilet articles: n.e.c. in heading no. 6911, of porcelain or china. HS 6911 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most porcelain household articles?
China exported $91.6 million in 2024, 49% of the world total, followed by France (7%) and the United States (7%). In all, 164 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most porcelain household articles?
The United States imported $12.5 million in 2024, 7% of world imports, ahead of Singapore (5%) and Vietnam (5%). The top three importers together take 16%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in porcelain household articles?
It was worth $186.0 million in 2024, about 40.0 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 4% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $396.4 million. 164 countries reported exports and 218 reported imports.
What is the average price of porcelain household articles per kg?
The world average declared value was about $4.65 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $21.24 per kg and Malaysia $2.44 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 porcelain household articles?
The HS code for porcelain household articles is subheading 6911.90, in chapter 69 (ceramic products). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 6911 page.
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