Water meters trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in water meters was worth $1.80 billion in 2024, about 66.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 48% since 2017, and up 1% 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 | $1.80B | 66.6K t |
| 2023 | $1.77B | 65.2K t |
| 2022 | $1.49B | 59.8K t |
| 2021 | $1.37B | 142.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.23B | 53.5K t |
| 2019 | $1.34B | 51.5K t |
| 2018 | $1.35B | 54.9K t |
| 2017 | $1.21B | 52.2K t |
Top water meters exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 15% of world exports, followed by Mexico and Germany. The top three supply 38% between them, out of 127 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $275.7M | 15% |
| Mexico | $207.4M | 12% |
| Germany | $198.0M | 11% |
| France | $191.7M | 11% |
| Italy | $136.1M | 7.6% |
| Poland | $106.2M | 5.9% |
| United States | $105.0M | 5.8% |
| Slovakia | $62.8M | 3.5% |
| Israel | $59.0M | 3.3% |
| Tunisia | $57.7M | 3.2% |
| Denmark | $47.7M | 2.7% |
| Turkey | $45.4M | 2.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 16% of world imports, ahead of Germany and France. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 31% across 214 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $289.4M | 16% |
| Germany | $144.7M | 8.1% |
| France | $118.8M | 6.6% |
| United Kingdom | $83.5M | 4.7% |
| Spain | $77.9M | 4.3% |
| Canada | $70.5M | 3.9% |
| Poland | $51.2M | 2.9% |
| Italy | $50.0M | 2.8% |
| Greece | $38.6M | 2.2% |
| Russia | $36.1M | 2% |
| Belgium | $34.9M | 1.9% |
| Czech Republic | $32.3M | 1.8% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $26.96 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $43.74 per kg and China $13.97 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 Water meters (HS 9028.20) 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 9028.20: Meters: liquid supply or production meters, including calibrating meters thereof. HS 9028 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most water meters?
China exported $275.7 million in 2024, 15% of the world total, followed by Mexico (12%) and Germany (11%). In all, 127 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most water meters?
The United States imported $289.4 million in 2024, 16% of world imports, ahead of Germany (8%) and France (7%). The top three importers together take 31%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in water meters?
It was worth $1.80 billion in 2024, about 66.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 48% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 127 countries reported exports and 214 reported imports.
What is the average price of water meters per kg?
The world average declared value was about $26.96 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $43.74 per kg and China $13.97 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for water meters?
The HS code for water meters is subheading 9028.20, in chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 9028 page.
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