Table knives trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in table knives was worth $346.4 million in 2024, about 39.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 5% since 2017, and down 2% 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 | $346.4M | 39.1K t |
| 2023 | $352.4M | 37.9K t |
| 2022 | $418.9M | 42.7K t |
| 2021 | $349.3M | 36.4K t |
| 2020 | $293.8M | 30.1K t |
| 2019 | $349.3M | 39.4K t |
| 2018 | $370.7M | 38.3K t |
| 2017 | $365.2M | 37.4K t |
Top table knives exporting countries
Exports are led by China (55%), Vietnam (8%) and Germany (6%). 125 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 68%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $189.2M | 55% |
| Vietnam | $26.5M | 7.6% |
| Germany | $21.1M | 6.1% |
| Brazil | $18.2M | 5.3% |
| France | $15.5M | 4.5% |
| Japan | $13.9M | 4% |
| Italy | $10.4M | 3% |
| United States | $6.2M | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $4.7M | 1.4% |
| Portugal | $4.6M | 1.3% |
| Spain | $4.5M | 1.3% |
| Belgium | $3.9M | 1.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (23%), Germany (7%) and Italy (5%). 209 countries imported it, and the top three take 35% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $78.9M | 23% |
| Germany | $24.6M | 7.1% |
| Italy | $17.5M | 5.1% |
| France | $17.1M | 4.9% |
| South Korea | $15.6M | 4.5% |
| Netherlands | $12.2M | 3.5% |
| Canada | $11.1M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $10.7M | 3.1% |
| Spain | $10.5M | 3% |
| Mexico | $7.2M | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $7.1M | 2% |
| Poland | $6.0M | 1.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $8.87 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $23.90 per kg and China $6.90 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 Table knives (HS 8211.91) 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 8211.91: Knives: table knives, having fixed cutting blades, serrated or not, excluding knives and blades of heading no. 8208. HS 8211 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most table knives?
China exported $189.2 million in 2024, 55% of the world total, followed by Vietnam (8%) and Germany (6%). In all, 125 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most table knives?
The United States imported $78.9 million in 2024, 23% of world imports, ahead of Germany (7%) and Italy (5%). The top three importers together take 35%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in table knives?
It was worth $346.4 million in 2024, about 39.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 5% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $418.9 million. 125 countries reported exports and 209 reported imports.
What is the average price of table knives per kg?
The world average declared value was about $8.87 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $23.90 per kg and China $6.90 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 table knives?
The HS code for table knives is subheading 8211.91, 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 8211 page.
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