Rock drill bits (non-cermet) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in rock drill bits (non-cermet) was worth $2.41 billion in 2024, about 144.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 19% 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 | 144.7K t |
| 2023 | $2.52B | 145.5K t |
| 2022 | $2.54B | 149.7K t |
| 2021 | $2.24B | 136.2K t |
| 2020 | $1.82B | 108.9K t |
| 2019 | $2.33B | 112.4K t |
| 2018 | $2.39B | 117.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.03B | 110.0K t |
Top rock drill bits (non-cermet) exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 30% of world exports, followed by the United States and Sweden. The top three supply 58% between them, out of 144 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $717.1M | 30% |
| United States | $545.7M | 23% |
| Sweden | $129.6M | 5.4% |
| Germany | $118.9M | 4.9% |
| India | $102.4M | 4.3% |
| Canada | $86.5M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $63.5M | 2.6% |
| South Africa | $52.7M | 2.2% |
| Japan | $46.7M | 1.9% |
| South Korea | $45.9M | 1.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $42.1M | 1.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $31.2M | 1.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (9%), Canada (7%) and Australia (6%). 210 countries imported it, and the top three take 22% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $223.8M | 9.3% |
| Canada | $178.4M | 7.4% |
| Australia | $136.8M | 5.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $103.7M | 4.3% |
| Mexico | $86.3M | 3.6% |
| India | $73.5M | 3.1% |
| Peru | $67.8M | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $65.6M | 2.7% |
| Russia | $61.6M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $58.6M | 2.4% |
| South Africa | $57.8M | 2.4% |
| Kuwait | $53.7M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $16.65 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $41.05 per kg and China $10.33 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 8207.19: Tools, interchangeable: rock drilling or earth boring tools, with working part (other than of cermets), whether or not power operated, including parts. HS 8207 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most rock drill bits (non-cermet)?
China exported $717.1 million in 2024, 30% of the world total, followed by the United States (23%) and Sweden (5%). In all, 144 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most rock drill bits (non-cermet)?
The United States imported $223.8 million in 2024, 9% of world imports, ahead of Canada (7%) and Australia (6%). 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 rock drill bits (non-cermet)?
It was worth $2.41 billion in 2024, about 144.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 19% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $2.54 billion. 144 countries reported exports and 210 reported imports.
What is the average price of rock drill bits (non-cermet) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $16.65 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $41.05 per kg and China $10.33 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 rock drill bits (non-cermet)?
The HS code for rock drill bits (non-cermet) is subheading 8207.19, in chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8207 page.
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