Wood chisels trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in wood chisels was worth $164.1 million in 2024, about 23.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 11% since 2017, and down 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 | $164.1M | 23.6K t |
| 2023 | $165.8M | 23.4K t |
| 2022 | $206.6M | 30.0K t |
| 2021 | $218.8M | 25.8K t |
| 2020 | $161.9M | 21.5K t |
| 2019 | $154.5M | 22.9K t |
| 2018 | $161.6M | 20.6K t |
| 2017 | $147.3M | 18.1K t |
Top wood chisels exporting countries
Exports are led by China (51%), the United Kingdom (8%) and Germany (5%). 137 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 64%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $83.0M | 51% |
| United Kingdom | $13.3M | 8.1% |
| Germany | $8.4M | 5.1% |
| India | $6.4M | 3.9% |
| Vietnam | $5.1M | 3.1% |
| Switzerland | $4.4M | 2.7% |
| Czech Republic | $4.2M | 2.6% |
| United States | $4.2M | 2.5% |
| Taiwan | $3.5M | 2.2% |
| Canada | $3.1M | 1.9% |
| Belgium | $2.8M | 1.7% |
| Japan | $2.7M | 1.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 18% of world imports, ahead of Germany and the United Kingdom. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 31% across 213 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $29.3M | 18% |
| Germany | $12.7M | 7.8% |
| United Kingdom | $9.2M | 5.6% |
| France | $7.5M | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $5.8M | 3.6% |
| Russia | $5.6M | 3.4% |
| Belgium | $5.2M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $4.6M | 2.8% |
| Poland | $4.2M | 2.5% |
| Australia | $3.7M | 2.2% |
| Italy | $3.0M | 1.8% |
| Spain | $2.7M | 1.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $6.95 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $113.66 per kg and China $4.32 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 Wood chisels (HS 8205.30) 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 8205.30: Tools, hand: planes, chisels, gauges and similar cutting tools for working wood. HS 8205 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most wood chisels?
China exported $83.0 million in 2024, 51% of the world total, followed by the United Kingdom (8%) and Germany (5%). In all, 137 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most wood chisels?
The United States imported $29.3 million in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of Germany (8%) and the United Kingdom (6%). 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 wood chisels?
It was worth $164.1 million in 2024, about 23.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 11% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $218.8 million. 137 countries reported exports and 213 reported imports.
What is the average price of wood chisels per kg?
The world average declared value was about $6.95 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $113.66 per kg and China $4.32 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 wood chisels?
The HS code for wood chisels is subheading 8205.30, in chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8205 page.
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