HS Code:
The 'Insulating fittings of ceramics' category (HS Code: 8547.10) includes ceramic components used for insulating electrical conductors, primarily in high-voltage applications such as power transmission and industrial machinery. These fittings are critical for ensuring safety and efficiency in electrical systems by preventing current leakage and providing thermal resistance. The category encompasses a variety of products, including ceramic insulators for electrical lines, bushings, and other specialized insulating components made from materials like porcelain or advanced ceramics.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 450 million
37.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 200 million
16.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 150 million
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 100 million
8.3% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 80 million
6.7% 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-Japan EPA)
Rising demand for renewable energy infrastructure
Increased need for ceramic insulators in wind and solar power systems, driving trade volume growth by approximately 8% annually since 2020.
2022
Shift toward advanced ceramics
Growing adoption of high-performance ceramics with superior thermal and electrical resistance, leading to higher value per unit traded.
2021
Supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical tensions
Shortages of raw materials and increased shipping costs have raised prices by 10-15% in key markets.
2022
The European Union introduced provisional anti-dumping duties ranging from 20-35% on ceramic insulating fittings from China, citing unfair pricing practices.
March 2023
Potential shift in market share toward European and Indian manufacturers, though prices for end-users may rise in the short term.
The US Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, signed into law, allocates significant funding for upgrading power grids, increasing demand for ceramic insulators.
November 2021
US imports of ceramic insulators rose by 12% in 2022, with further growth expected through 2025.
Several Japanese and German firms announced breakthroughs in lightweight, high-strength ceramic insulators for ultra-high-voltage applications.
June 2023
Expected to increase the competitiveness of premium products from these countries, potentially shifting trade patterns in high-end markets.