Variable resistors and rheostats trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in variable resistors and rheostats was worth $3.30 billion in 2024, about 72.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 5% since 2017, and down 3% 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 | $3.30B | 72.9K t |
| 2023 | $3.40B | 76.1K t |
| 2022 | $4.30B | 78.7K t |
| 2021 | $4.26B | 49.1K t |
| 2020 | $3.89B | 39.0K t |
| 2019 | $3.21B | 40.3K t |
| 2018 | $3.47B | 42.6K t |
| 2017 | $3.15B | 46.2K t |
Top variable resistors and rheostats exporting countries
Exports are led by China (29%), Japan (9%) and Taiwan (7%). 153 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 45%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $951.7M | 29% |
| Japan | $301.8M | 9.1% |
| Taiwan | $232.0M | 7% |
| United States | $231.7M | 7% |
| Germany | $185.6M | 5.6% |
| Mexico | $125.8M | 3.8% |
| Singapore | $105.5M | 3.2% |
| South Korea | $100.4M | 3% |
| Hong Kong | $80.7M | 2.4% |
| Philippines | $76.9M | 2.3% |
| Thailand | $76.5M | 2.3% |
| Indonesia | $59.6M | 1.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Hong Kong is the biggest buyer with 14% of world imports, ahead of the United States and China. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 37% across 204 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $464.2M | 14% |
| United States | $380.2M | 12% |
| China | $362.6M | 11% |
| India | $199.5M | 6% |
| Mexico | $191.8M | 5.8% |
| Germany | $177.8M | 5.4% |
| Vietnam | $138.5M | 4.2% |
| Malaysia | $118.7M | 3.6% |
| France | $99.5M | 3% |
| Singapore | $84.5M | 2.6% |
| South Korea | $72.9M | 2.2% |
| Japan | $71.6M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $45.32 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $106.73 per kg and China $31.09 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 8533.40: Electrical resistors: variable, including rheostats and potentiometers (excluding heating). HS 8533 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most variable resistors and rheostats?
China exported $951.7 million in 2024, 29% of the world total, followed by Japan (9%) and Taiwan (7%). In all, 153 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most variable resistors and rheostats?
Hong Kong imported $464.2 million in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of the United States (12%) and China (11%). The top three importers together take 37%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in variable resistors and rheostats?
It was worth $3.30 billion in 2024, about 72.9 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 5% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $4.30 billion. 153 countries reported exports and 204 reported imports.
What is the average price of variable resistors and rheostats per kg?
The world average declared value was about $45.32 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $106.73 per kg and China $31.09 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 variable resistors and rheostats?
The HS code for variable resistors and rheostats is subheading 8533.40, 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 8533 page.
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