Refrigeration equipment (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in refrigeration equipment (other) was worth $13.75 billion in 2024, about 740.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 58% since 2017, and up 8% 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 | $13.75B | 740.7K t |
| 2023 | $12.78B | 659.5K t |
| 2022 | $12.02B | 683.5K t |
| 2021 | $11.44B | 676.4K t |
| 2020 | $9.22B | 560.1K t |
| 2019 | $9.89B | 610.3K t |
| 2018 | $9.84B | 579.9K t |
| 2017 | $8.71B | 568.8K t |
Top refrigeration equipment (other) exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 26% of world exports, followed by Mexico and Italy. The top three supply 47% between them, out of 160 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.56B | 26% |
| Mexico | $1.49B | 11% |
| Italy | $1.41B | 10% |
| United States | $1.37B | 9.9% |
| France | $969.9M | 7.1% |
| Germany | $734.9M | 5.3% |
| Singapore | $438.0M | 3.2% |
| Ireland | $344.0M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $316.9M | 2.3% |
| Japan | $232.8M | 1.7% |
| Spain | $223.8M | 1.6% |
| Canada | $214.6M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 20% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Canada. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 31% across 223 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.78B | 20% |
| Germany | $829.0M | 6% |
| Canada | $620.7M | 4.5% |
| China | $571.4M | 4.2% |
| United Kingdom | $531.0M | 3.9% |
| Mexico | $487.5M | 3.5% |
| France | $391.6M | 2.9% |
| Australia | $336.5M | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $300.3M | 2.2% |
| Spain | $300.3M | 2.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $285.6M | 2.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $263.5M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $18.57 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $27.46 per kg and China $12.43 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 8418.69: Refrigerating or freezing equipment: n.e.c. in heading no. 8418. HS 8418 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most refrigeration equipment (other)?
China exported $3.56 billion in 2024, 26% of the world total, followed by Mexico (11%) and Italy (10%). In all, 160 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most refrigeration equipment (other)?
The United States imported $2.78 billion in 2024, 20% of world imports, ahead of Germany (6%) and Canada (5%). The top three importers together take 31%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in refrigeration equipment (other)?
It was worth $13.75 billion in 2024, about 740.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 58% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 160 countries reported exports and 223 reported imports.
What is the average price of refrigeration equipment (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $18.57 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $27.46 per kg and China $12.43 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for refrigeration equipment (other)?
The HS code for refrigeration equipment (other) is subheading 8418.69, 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 8418 page.
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