Turning tools trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in turning tools was worth $525.4 million in 2024, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 9% 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 | $525.4M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $533.9M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $524.7M | 5.0K t |
| 2021 | $532.0M | 4.8K t |
| 2020 | $403.1M | 4.5K t |
| 2019 | $478.9M | 5.3K t |
| 2018 | $526.0M | 5.1K t |
| 2017 | $481.5M | 5.1K t |
Top turning tools exporting countries
Exports are led by Japan (23%), China (16%) and Germany (14%). 122 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 54%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $121.6M | 23% |
| China | $85.7M | 16% |
| Germany | $74.1M | 14% |
| Ireland | $36.6M | 7% |
| United States | $26.2M | 5% |
| Italy | $17.7M | 3.4% |
| South Korea | $16.2M | 3.1% |
| Singapore | $12.6M | 2.4% |
| Portugal | $12.5M | 2.4% |
| Switzerland | $11.2M | 2.1% |
| Bulgaria | $10.9M | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $10.8M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Germany is the biggest buyer with 11% of world imports, ahead of Singapore and the United States. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 26% across 187 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $56.3M | 11% |
| Singapore | $40.8M | 7.8% |
| United States | $40.6M | 7.7% |
| China | $36.2M | 6.9% |
| Russia | $34.8M | 6.6% |
| Italy | $21.4M | 4.1% |
| India | $18.8M | 3.6% |
| South Korea | $18.8M | 3.6% |
| Spain | $17.2M | 3.3% |
| Japan | $17.1M | 3.3% |
| Mexico | $16.3M | 3.1% |
| Malaysia | $15.1M | 2.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $98.54 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $388.23 per kg and China $45.51 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 8207.80: Tools, interchangeable: (for machine or hand tools, whether or not power-operated), for turning. HS 8207 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most turning tools?
Japan exported $121.6 million in 2024, 23% of the world total, followed by China (16%) and Germany (14%). In all, 122 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most turning tools?
Germany imported $56.3 million in 2024, 11% of world imports, ahead of Singapore (8%) and the United States (8%). The top three importers together take 26%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in turning tools?
It was worth $525.4 million in 2024, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 9% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $533.9 million. 122 countries reported exports and 187 reported imports.
What is the average price of turning tools per kg?
The world average declared value was about $98.54 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $388.23 per kg and China $45.51 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for turning tools?
The HS code for turning tools is subheading 8207.80, 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 8207 page.
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