Rubber hose trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in rubber hose was worth $12.82 billion in 2024, about 1.29 million tonnes. That is an increase of 19% since 2017, and down 1% 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 | $12.82B | 1.29M t |
| 2023 | $13.01B | 1.27M t |
| 2022 | $12.40B | 1.29M t |
| 2021 | $11.98B | 1.24M t |
| 2020 | $9.80B | 1.04M t |
| 2019 | $11.22B | 1.18M t |
| 2018 | $11.90B | 1.25M t |
| 2017 | $10.81B | 1.14M t |
Top rubber hose exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 14% of world exports, followed by the United States and Germany. The top three supply 32% between them, out of 207 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.78B | 14% |
| United States | $1.25B | 9.8% |
| Germany | $1.08B | 8.5% |
| Mexico | $1.06B | 8.2% |
| Italy | $730.7M | 5.7% |
| Turkey | $680.7M | 5.3% |
| Poland | $595.0M | 4.6% |
| Japan | $580.2M | 4.5% |
| Czech Republic | $503.6M | 3.9% |
| Thailand | $375.1M | 2.9% |
| India | $323.1M | 2.5% |
| France | $312.3M | 2.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 19% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Mexico. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 32% across 224 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.41B | 19% |
| Germany | $1.06B | 8.3% |
| Mexico | $683.7M | 5.3% |
| Canada | $561.4M | 4.4% |
| France | $439.5M | 3.4% |
| China | $438.9M | 3.4% |
| United Kingdom | $385.4M | 3% |
| Spain | $366.2M | 2.9% |
| Brazil | $341.3M | 2.7% |
| Poland | $340.5M | 2.7% |
| Italy | $298.3M | 2.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $241.6M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $9.97 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $19.88 per kg and China $4.93 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 4009: Tubes, pipes and hoses, of vulcanised rubber (other than hard rubber), with or without their fittings (e.g. joints, elbows, flanges). HS 4009 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most rubber hose?
China exported $1.78 billion in 2024, 14% of the world total, followed by the United States (10%) and Germany (8%). In all, 207 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most rubber hose?
The United States imported $2.41 billion in 2024, 19% of world imports, ahead of Germany (8%) and Mexico (5%). The top three importers together take 32%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in rubber hose?
It was worth $12.82 billion in 2024, about 1.29 million tonnes. That is an increase of 19% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $13.01 billion. 207 countries reported exports and 224 reported imports.
What is the average price of rubber hose per kg?
The world average declared value was about $9.97 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $19.88 per kg and China $4.93 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 rubber hose?
The HS code for rubber hose is heading 4009, in chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 4009 page.
How can I find rubber hose buyers and suppliers?
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