Storage heating radiators trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in storage heating radiators was worth $122.7 million in 2024, about 16.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 13% since 2017, and down 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 | $122.7M | 16.2K t |
| 2023 | $138.7M | 19.3K t |
| 2022 | $173.6M | 22.7K t |
| 2021 | $171.6M | 29.4K t |
| 2020 | $135.0M | 19.8K t |
| 2019 | $124.4M | 19.1K t |
| 2018 | $112.1M | 20.3K t |
| 2017 | $108.8M | 16.8K t |
Top storage heating radiators exporting countries
Exports are led by China (41%), Germany (14%) and Lithuania (14%). 77 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 70%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $50.4M | 41% |
| Germany | $17.6M | 14% |
| Lithuania | $17.6M | 14% |
| Spain | $6.8M | 5.6% |
| Belgium | $3.7M | 3% |
| France | $3.3M | 2.7% |
| Czech Republic | $2.7M | 2.2% |
| Vietnam | $2.3M | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $2.0M | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $2.0M | 1.6% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United Kingdom (17%), France (16%) and Belgium (8%). 160 countries imported it, and the top three take 41% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $20.6M | 17% |
| France | $19.5M | 16% |
| Belgium | $10.2M | 8.4% |
| Sweden | $8.0M | 6.6% |
| Germany | $5.3M | 4.4% |
| Norway | $4.5M | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $4.5M | 3.6% |
| United States | $3.4M | 2.8% |
| Indonesia | $3.1M | 2.6% |
| Malaysia | $2.7M | 2.2% |
| South Korea | $2.6M | 2.1% |
| Canada | $2.4M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $7.60 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $14.74 per kg and the Czech Republic $5.70 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 8516.21: Heating apparatus: electric storage heating radiators. HS 8516 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most storage heating radiators?
China exported $50.4 million in 2024, 41% of the world total, followed by Germany (14%) and Lithuania (14%). In all, 77 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most storage heating radiators?
The United Kingdom imported $20.6 million in 2024, 17% of world imports, ahead of France (16%) and Belgium (8%). The top three importers together take 41%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in storage heating radiators?
It was worth $122.7 million in 2024, about 16.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 13% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $173.6 million. 77 countries reported exports and 160 reported imports.
What is the average price of storage heating radiators per kg?
The world average declared value was about $7.60 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $14.74 per kg and the Czech Republic $5.70 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 storage heating radiators?
The HS code for storage heating radiators is subheading 8516.21, 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 8516 page.
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