HS Code:
The category of Food grinders, processors, mixers, and fruit or vegetable juice extractors (HS Code: 850940) includes electrical appliances used for processing food and extracting juices. These products are essential in household kitchens and commercial food preparation settings, facilitating tasks such as grinding, blending, mixing, and juicing. This category encompasses a wide range of devices with varying power capacities, functionalities, and designs tailored for both domestic and industrial use. The global trade of these products is driven by consumer demand for convenience, health-conscious lifestyles, and the growth of the food and beverage industry.
Total Trade Volume
USD 12.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 5.2 billion
41.6% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 1.8 billion
14.4% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 1.5 billion
12.0% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 0.9 billion
7.2% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 0.6 billion
4.8% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Rising demand for smart kitchen appliances
Increased imports of IoT-enabled food processors and mixers with app connectivity, driving innovation and higher price segments in the market.
2021-2022
Growth in health-conscious consumer behavior
Higher demand for juice extractors and blenders for smoothies and organic diets, boosting trade volumes particularly in North America and Europe.
2020-2022
Sustainability focus in manufacturing
Manufacturers adopting eco-friendly materials and energy-efficient designs to meet regulatory standards and consumer preferences, influencing trade patterns.
2022
The European Union introduced stricter energy efficiency requirements for electrical kitchen appliances, including food processors and mixers, to reduce carbon footprints.
March 2023
Manufacturers exporting to the EU must adapt to new standards, potentially increasing production costs but also opening opportunities for premium, compliant products.
As part of the ongoing US-China trade negotiations, tariffs on certain kitchen appliances, including food grinders, were reduced from 15% to 7.5% for Chinese exports to the US.
January 2023
This reduction is expected to boost Chinese exports to the US, maintaining China's dominance in the market while benefiting US consumers with lower prices.
India has ramped up domestic production of food processors and mixers under the 'Make in India' initiative, supported by government incentives and reduced import duties on raw materials.
June 2023
This development may reduce reliance on imports from China and other countries, potentially altering regional trade dynamics in South Asia.