Silver oxide batteries trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in silver oxide batteries was worth $280.8 million in 2024, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 37% since 2017, and up 11% 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 | $280.8M | 3.1K t |
| 2023 | $253.2M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $277.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $242.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2020 | $203.5M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $258.1M | 2.9K t |
| 2018 | $240.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $205.6M | 2.1K t |
Top silver oxide batteries exporting countries
Japan is the largest exporter with 52% of world exports, followed by Switzerland and Singapore. The top three supply 74% between them, out of 72 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $145.0M | 52% |
| Switzerland | $37.8M | 14% |
| Singapore | $26.0M | 9.3% |
| Hong Kong | $11.9M | 4.2% |
| Germany | $11.2M | 4% |
| China | $10.5M | 3.7% |
| United States | $8.8M | 3.1% |
| Indonesia | $8.2M | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $4.1M | 1.4% |
| Poland | $3.0M | 1.1% |
| Romania | $2.4M | 0.9% |
| Taiwan | $2.1M | 0.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 25% of world imports, ahead of Hong Kong and China. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 49% across 159 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $70.2M | 25% |
| Hong Kong | $41.4M | 15% |
| China | $25.4M | 9.1% |
| Singapore | $23.5M | 8.4% |
| Ireland | $11.8M | 4.2% |
| Germany | $11.1M | 3.9% |
| Indonesia | $9.7M | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $7.3M | 2.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $5.7M | 2% |
| Malaysia | $4.8M | 1.7% |
| Mexico | $4.7M | 1.7% |
| Switzerland | $4.5M | 1.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $92.04 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $292.25 per kg and China $12.18 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 8506.40: Cells and batteries: primary, silver oxide. HS 8506 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most silver oxide batteries?
Japan exported $145.0 million in 2024, 52% of the world total, followed by Switzerland (13%) and Singapore (9%). In all, 72 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most silver oxide batteries?
The United States imported $70.2 million in 2024, 25% of world imports, ahead of Hong Kong (15%) and China (9%). The top three importers together take 49%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in silver oxide batteries?
It was worth $280.8 million in 2024, about 3.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 37% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 72 countries reported exports and 159 reported imports.
What is the average price of silver oxide batteries per kg?
The world average declared value was about $92.04 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $292.25 per kg and China $12.18 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 silver oxide batteries?
The HS code for silver oxide batteries is subheading 8506.40, in chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8506 page.
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