Power looms (shuttle, wide-width) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in power looms (shuttle, wide-width) was worth $101.9 million in 2024, about 17.4 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 20% since 2017, and up 2% 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 | $101.9M | 17.4K t |
| 2023 | $100.3M | 17.2K t |
| 2022 | $112.8M | 14.6K t |
| 2021 | $132.3M | 22.7K t |
| 2020 | $113.6M | 25.6K t |
| 2019 | $114.6M | 23.5K t |
| 2018 | $147.6M | 16.5K t |
| 2017 | $127.6M | 15.1K t |
Top power looms (shuttle, wide-width) exporting countries
Exports are led by China (45%), Austria (18%) and Italy (7%). 44 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 70%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $45.7M | 45% |
| Austria | $18.6M | 18% |
| Italy | $7.5M | 7.3% |
| Germany | $4.4M | 4.3% |
| India | $4.4M | 4.3% |
| Sweden | $4.4M | 4.3% |
| Japan | $3.4M | 3.3% |
| Czech Republic | $2.7M | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $2.2M | 2.1% |
| United States | $2.1M | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $1.5M | 1.5% |
| South Korea | $1.4M | 1.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Indonesia (8%), Vietnam (7%) and the United States (7%). 110 countries imported it, and the top three take 22% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | $8.1M | 7.9% |
| Vietnam | $7.5M | 7.4% |
| United States | $6.8M | 6.7% |
| Turkey | $6.3M | 6.1% |
| Egypt | $5.4M | 5.3% |
| Mozambique | $5.3M | 5.2% |
| Germany | $4.7M | 4.6% |
| Brazil | $4.3M | 4.2% |
| India | $4.0M | 3.9% |
| Bangladesh | $4.0M | 3.9% |
| Pakistan | $3.9M | 3.9% |
| Russia | $3.4M | 3.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $5.87 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $27.87 per kg and China $4.18 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 8446.21: Weaving machines (looms): for weaving fabrics of a width exceeding 30cm, shuttle type, power looms. HS 8446 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most power looms (shuttle, wide-width)?
China exported $45.7 million in 2024, 45% of the world total, followed by Austria (18%) and Italy (7%). In all, 44 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most power looms (shuttle, wide-width)?
Indonesia imported $8.1 million in 2024, 8% of world imports, ahead of Vietnam (7%) and the United States (7%). The top three importers together take 22%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in power looms (shuttle, wide-width)?
It was worth $101.9 million in 2024, about 17.4 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 20% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $147.6 million. 44 countries reported exports and 110 reported imports.
What is the average price of power looms (shuttle, wide-width) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $5.87 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $27.87 per kg and China $4.18 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 power looms (shuttle, wide-width)?
The HS code for power looms (shuttle, wide-width) is subheading 8446.21, 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 8446 page.
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