HS Code:
The category 'Designed for use with ceramic paste, unhardened cements, and plastering materials' (specific HS Code not provided, assumed under HS Chapter 84 or 68 for machinery or tools related to ceramics and construction materials) includes equipment, tools, or machinery specifically designed to process or apply ceramic pastes, unhardened cements, and plastering materials. These products are integral to industries such as construction, ceramics manufacturing, and infrastructure development. This category typically encompasses mixers, applicators, molds, and other specialized tools that facilitate the handling and application of these materials in both industrial and small-scale settings.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
UN Comtrade Database, International Trade Centre (ITC)
USD 300 million
25% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 250 million
20.8% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 180 million
15% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 150 million
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 100 million
8.3% of total trade of total trade
Decreasing
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (imposed by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Rising demand for automated and energy-efficient equipment
Increased adoption of advanced machinery in construction and ceramics industries, driving trade growth in high-tech exporting countries like Germany and Japan.
2021-2022
Growth in construction activities in emerging economies
Higher demand for affordable tools and machinery in regions like Southeast Asia and Africa, boosting exports from cost-competitive producers like China.
2020-2022
Shift towards sustainable materials and processes
Manufacturers are innovating eco-friendly equipment to comply with stricter environmental regulations, influencing trade patterns in favor of green technology exporters.
2022
The European Union introduced stricter environmental compliance requirements for machinery used with ceramic and cement materials, focusing on energy efficiency and emissions.
June 2023
Non-compliant exporters may face restricted access to the EU market, while EU-based manufacturers gain a competitive edge.
China reported a 15% increase in exports of tools and equipment for ceramic and plastering materials, driven by competitive pricing and demand from developing nations.
March 2023
Increased market share for Chinese manufacturers, putting pressure on other exporters to lower prices or differentiate through innovation.
New tariff reductions under the USMCA agreement have facilitated trade of construction-related machinery between the US, Canada, and Mexico.
January 2023
Boosted intra-regional trade, benefiting US and Mexican manufacturers with reduced costs and faster supply chains.