Vitrifiable transfers trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in vitrifiable transfers was worth $99.6 million in 2024, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 32% since 2017, and up 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 | $99.6M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $98.0M | 3.4K t |
| 2022 | $112.6M | 4.4K t |
| 2021 | $127.8M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $107.2M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $109.8M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $141.1M | 7.7K t |
| 2017 | $147.4M | 5.7K t |
Top vitrifiable transfers exporting countries
Exports are led by China (25%), Hong Kong (15%) and Taiwan (8%). 96 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 48%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $24.9M | 25% |
| Hong Kong | $15.2M | 15% |
| Taiwan | $7.6M | 7.6% |
| United States | $5.6M | 5.6% |
| South Korea | $5.4M | 5.5% |
| United Kingdom | $5.3M | 5.3% |
| Germany | $3.9M | 4% |
| Japan | $3.8M | 3.8% |
| Sri Lanka | $3.3M | 3.4% |
| South Africa | $2.8M | 2.8% |
| Vietnam | $2.7M | 2.7% |
| France | $2.4M | 2.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Vietnam (13%), Indonesia (10%) and Sri Lanka (6%). 184 countries imported it, and the top three take 29% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Vietnam | $12.9M | 13% |
| Indonesia | $10.0M | 10% |
| Sri Lanka | $6.2M | 6.2% |
| United States | $5.9M | 6% |
| Canada | $5.0M | 5% |
| Cambodia | $3.7M | 3.7% |
| Thailand | $3.4M | 3.4% |
| Hong Kong | $3.0M | 3% |
| India | $2.7M | 2.7% |
| France | $2.7M | 2.7% |
| Bangladesh | $2.7M | 2.7% |
| Netherlands | $2.6M | 2.7% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $23.48 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $81.12 per kg and South Korea $10.06 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 4908.10: Printed matter: transfers (decalcomanias), vitrifiable. HS 4908 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most vitrifiable transfers?
China exported $24.9 million in 2024, 25% of the world total, followed by Hong Kong (15%) and Taiwan (8%). In all, 96 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most vitrifiable transfers?
Vietnam imported $12.9 million in 2024, 13% of world imports, ahead of Indonesia (10%) and Sri Lanka (6%). The top three importers together take 29%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in vitrifiable transfers?
It was worth $99.6 million in 2024, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 32% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $147.4 million. 96 countries reported exports and 184 reported imports.
What is the average price of vitrifiable transfers per kg?
The world average declared value was about $23.48 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United Kingdom averaged $81.12 per kg and South Korea $10.06 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 vitrifiable transfers?
The HS code for vitrifiable transfers is subheading 4908.10, in chapter 49 (printed books, newspapers, pictures and other products of the printing industry; manuscripts, typescripts and plans). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 4908 page.
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