HS Code:
The 'Other offset printing machinery' category (HS Code: 8443.19) includes machinery used for offset printing that does not fall under specific subcategories like sheet-fed or web-fed offset presses. Offset printing is a widely used printing technique where the inked image is transferred from a plate to a rubber blanket, then to the printing surface. This category encompasses specialized or less common offset printing equipment used in industries such as packaging, publishing, and commercial printing. These machines are critical for high-volume, high-quality printing applications.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 350 million
29.2% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 280 million
23.3% 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
Decreasing
USD 80 million
6.7% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
5.8%
Highest Rate
12% (imposed by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Japan EPA)
Shift towards digital integration
Increasing demand for hybrid offset-digital printing machinery to cater to personalized and short-run printing needs.
2021-2022
Sustainability focus
Growing preference for eco-friendly machinery with lower energy consumption and reduced waste, driven by environmental regulations.
2020-2022
Rising demand in emerging markets
Increased industrialization in countries like India and Brazil has boosted demand for affordable offset printing solutions.
2019-2022
The European Union introduced stricter energy efficiency and emission standards for imported printing machinery, affecting non-compliant manufacturers.
June 2023
Manufacturers from outside the EU may face higher compliance costs, potentially increasing prices for European buyers.
Chinese manufacturers have ramped up production of cost-effective offset printing machinery, gaining market share in Asia and Africa.
March 2023
Increased competition for traditional leaders like Germany and Japan, potentially lowering global prices.
Major manufacturers unveiled new offset-digital hybrid machines at the 2023 Drupa trade fair, combining traditional offset with digital capabilities.
May 2023
Expected to drive innovation and attract investment in modern printing solutions, particularly in developed markets.