HS Code:
Filter-regulators and filter-regulator-lubricators (commonly classified under HS Code 8421.39 or related subcategories) are critical components in pneumatic systems, used to filter air, regulate pressure, and, in the case of lubricators, provide lubrication to downstream components. These products are essential in industries such as manufacturing, automotive, and construction, ensuring the efficiency and longevity of pneumatic tools and machinery. They are often part of broader air preparation systems used to maintain clean and controlled air supply in industrial applications.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
UN Comtrade Database, International Trade Centre (ITC)
USD 320 million
26.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 250 million
20.8% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 180 million
15.0% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 150 million
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 100 million
8.3% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Japan EPA or USMCA)
Growing demand for automation in manufacturing
Increased need for reliable pneumatic components like filter-regulators, driving market growth by 6% annually
2022
Shift towards energy-efficient systems
Manufacturers are developing compact and energy-efficient filter-regulator units to meet sustainability goals, influencing product design and market preferences
2021-2023
Rising adoption in emerging economies
Rapid industrialization in Asia-Pacific and Latin America has boosted demand, with China and India becoming key growth markets
2020-2022
The European Union introduced new regulations in 2023 requiring pneumatic components to meet higher energy efficiency and emission standards, affecting filter-regulator designs.
March 2023
Manufacturers must innovate to comply, potentially increasing production costs but also opening opportunities for eco-friendly product lines.
Ongoing trade disputes have led to fluctuating tariffs on Chinese-made pneumatic components, including filter-regulators, entering the US market.
January 2023
US importers are diversifying supply chains, with increased sourcing from Mexico and Vietnam, reshaping trade patterns.
Leading manufacturers have introduced IoT-enabled filter-regulators that monitor air quality and pressure in real-time, gaining traction in smart factories.
September 2022
This innovation is expected to drive premium product sales, particularly in developed markets like Germany and Japan.