Sorting and screening machines trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in sorting and screening machines was worth $2.85 billion in 2024, about 364.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 40% since 2017, and down 7% 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 | $2.85B | 364.2K t |
| 2023 | $3.07B | 361.7K t |
| 2022 | $2.83B | 328.0K t |
| 2021 | $2.58B | 315.7K t |
| 2020 | $2.01B | 355.5K t |
| 2019 | $2.52B | 326.5K t |
| 2018 | $2.41B | 296.3K t |
| 2017 | $2.04B | 253.3K t |
Top sorting and screening machines exporting countries
Exports are led by China (30%), the United Kingdom (18%) and Germany (7%). 125 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 56%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $860.4M | 30% |
| United Kingdom | $520.6M | 18% |
| Germany | $203.2M | 7.1% |
| United States | $163.5M | 5.7% |
| India | $109.6M | 3.9% |
| Austria | $90.2M | 3.2% |
| Italy | $84.1M | 3% |
| Turkey | $77.6M | 2.7% |
| Canada | $73.4M | 2.6% |
| South Africa | $63.3M | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $49.7M | 1.8% |
| Australia | $47.2M | 1.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (13%), Russia (5%) and Canada (5%). 201 countries imported it, and the top three take 23% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $384.1M | 14% |
| Russia | $137.4M | 4.8% |
| Canada | $128.5M | 4.5% |
| Indonesia | $123.9M | 4.4% |
| Australia | $111.9M | 3.9% |
| Ecuador | $106.0M | 3.7% |
| Germany | $98.9M | 3.5% |
| France | $78.5M | 2.8% |
| India | $60.0M | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $55.1M | 1.9% |
| Poland | $47.3M | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $45.6M | 1.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $7.82 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $13.58 per kg and China $4.97 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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The shipment records behind Sorting and screening machines (HS 8474.10) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 8474.10: Machines: for sorting, screening, separating or washing earth, stone, ores or other mineral substances. HS 8474 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most sorting and screening machines?
China exported $860.4 million in 2024, 30% of the world total, followed by the United Kingdom (18%) and Germany (7%). In all, 125 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most sorting and screening machines?
The United States imported $384.1 million in 2024, 13% of world imports, ahead of Russia (5%) and Canada (5%). The top three importers together take 23%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in sorting and screening machines?
It was worth $2.85 billion in 2024, about 364.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 40% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $3.07 billion. 125 countries reported exports and 201 reported imports.
What is the average price of sorting and screening machines per kg?
The world average declared value was about $7.82 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $13.58 per kg and China $4.97 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 sorting and screening machines?
The HS code for sorting and screening machines is subheading 8474.10, 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 8474 page.
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