Vehicle parts and accessories trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in vehicle parts and accessories was worth $447.73 billion in 2024, about 46.19 million tonnes. That is an increase of 14% 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 | $447.73B | 46.19M t |
| 2023 | $458.61B | 46.93M t |
| 2022 | $427.31B | 45.40M t |
| 2021 | $410.39B | 42.96M t |
| 2020 | $346.08B | 37.56M t |
| 2019 | $404.13B | 45.22M t |
| 2018 | $424.17B | 46.06M t |
| 2017 | $392.95B | 44.41M t |
Top vehicle parts and accessories exporting countries
Exports are led by Germany (14%), China (12%) and Mexico (9%). 226 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 36%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $64.01B | 14% |
| China | $54.21B | 12% |
| Mexico | $42.38B | 9.5% |
| United States | $41.96B | 9.4% |
| Japan | $26.70B | 6% |
| Poland | $20.13B | 4.5% |
| South Korea | $19.13B | 4.3% |
| Czech Republic | $15.83B | 3.5% |
| Italy | $15.15B | 3.4% |
| France | $14.53B | 3.3% |
| Spain | $12.92B | 2.9% |
| Canada | $12.70B | 2.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (20%), Germany (11%) and Mexico (8%). 226 countries imported it, and the top three take 39% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $90.78B | 20% |
| Germany | $47.22B | 11% |
| Mexico | $34.51B | 7.7% |
| China | $18.92B | 4.2% |
| Canada | $18.24B | 4.1% |
| France | $17.33B | 3.9% |
| Spain | $13.90B | 3.1% |
| Poland | $12.92B | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $12.68B | 2.8% |
| Slovakia | $12.47B | 2.8% |
| Czech Republic | $12.46B | 2.8% |
| Italy | $9.10B | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $9.69 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $14.80 per kg and China $6.42 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 8708: Motor vehicles; parts and accessories, of heading no. 8701 to 8705. HS 8708 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most vehicle parts and accessories?
Germany exported $64.01 billion in 2024, 14% of the world total, followed by China (12%) and Mexico (9%). In all, 226 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most vehicle parts and accessories?
The United States imported $90.78 billion in 2024, 20% of world imports, ahead of Germany (11%) and Mexico (8%). The top three importers together take 39%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in vehicle parts and accessories?
It was worth $447.73 billion in 2024, about 46.19 million tonnes. That is an increase of 14% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $458.61 billion. 226 countries reported exports and 226 reported imports.
What is the average price of vehicle parts and accessories per kg?
The world average declared value was about $9.69 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $14.80 per kg and China $6.42 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 vehicle parts and accessories?
The HS code for vehicle parts and accessories is heading 8708, in chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 8708 page.
How can I find vehicle parts and accessories buyers and suppliers?
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