Water-tube boilers (high capacity) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in water-tube boilers (high capacity) was worth $769.3 million in 2024, about 61.2 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 5% since 2017, and up 73% 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 | $769.3M | 61.2K t |
| 2023 | $445.7M | 72.1K t |
| 2022 | $801.7M | 108.5K t |
| 2021 | $419.5M | 46.6K t |
| 2020 | $830.2M | 93.1K t |
| 2019 | $1.27B | 175.6K t |
| 2018 | $623.1M | 91.5K t |
| 2017 | $807.8M | 61.6K t |
Top water-tube boilers (high capacity) exporting countries
Exports are led by France (34%), China (17%) and Germany (9%). 75 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 60%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $265.2M | 35% |
| China | $130.8M | 17% |
| Germany | $66.7M | 8.7% |
| Switzerland | $65.6M | 8.5% |
| India | $55.6M | 7.2% |
| United States | $50.7M | 6.6% |
| Italy | $30.0M | 3.9% |
| South Korea | $19.5M | 2.5% |
| Brazil | $12.6M | 1.6% |
| Vietnam | $11.5M | 1.5% |
| Poland | $10.1M | 1.3% |
| Mexico | $9.3M | 1.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United Kingdom (36%), Brazil (20%) and Singapore (8%). 139 countries imported it, and the top three take 64% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $273.8M | 36% |
| Brazil | $154.2M | 20% |
| Singapore | $64.1M | 8.3% |
| Turkey | $27.3M | 3.6% |
| Canada | $23.9M | 3.1% |
| Honduras | $19.7M | 2.6% |
| Indonesia | $18.6M | 2.4% |
| Taiwan | $15.2M | 2% |
| Malaysia | $13.9M | 1.8% |
| Colombia | $12.4M | 1.6% |
| India | $11.0M | 1.4% |
| Vietnam | $10.5M | 1.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $12.56 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $497.23 per kg and China $4.94 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 8402.11: Boilers: watertube boilers with a steam production exceeding 45t per hour. HS 8402 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most water-tube boilers (high capacity)?
France exported $265.2 million in 2024, 34% of the world total, followed by China (17%) and Germany (9%). In all, 75 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most water-tube boilers (high capacity)?
The United Kingdom imported $273.8 million in 2024, 36% of world imports, ahead of Brazil (20%) and Singapore (8%). The top three importers together take 64%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in water-tube boilers (high capacity)?
It was worth $769.3 million in 2024, about 61.2 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 5% since 2017. The peak year was 2019 at $1.27 billion. 75 countries reported exports and 139 reported imports.
What is the average price of water-tube boilers (high capacity) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $12.56 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $497.23 per kg and China $4.94 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 water-tube boilers (high capacity)?
The HS code for water-tube boilers (high capacity) is subheading 8402.11, in chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8402 page.
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