HS Code:
Test benches, classified under HS Code 903120, are specialized equipment used for testing and measuring the performance, durability, and functionality of various mechanical, electrical, and electronic components or systems. These benches are critical in industries such as automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, and electronics for quality control, research, and development purposes. They simulate real-world conditions to ensure products meet required standards before market release.
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 90 million
7.5% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
4.5% ad valorem
Highest Rate
10% (applied by certain developing economies)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-US or ASEAN)
Increased demand for automated test benches
Driven by Industry 4.0 and the need for precision in manufacturing, leading to higher imports of advanced testing equipment.
2021-2022
Growth in electric vehicle (EV) testing equipment
Rising EV production globally has boosted demand for specialized test benches for batteries and powertrains.
2020-2022
Shift towards sustainable and energy-efficient testing solutions
Manufacturers are focusing on eco-friendly designs, influencing trade towards greener technologies.
2022
The European Union introduced new regulations requiring all imported test benches to comply with updated energy efficiency and safety standards under the EU Machinery Regulation.
June 2023
This may increase compliance costs for exporters but ensures higher quality and safety in the market.
A bilateral agreement reduced tariffs on specific testing equipment, including test benches, as part of broader trade negotiations.
March 2023
Expected to boost trade volumes between the two countries, benefiting manufacturers and importers.
Major manufacturers in Germany and Japan unveiled AI-integrated test benches for predictive maintenance and real-time analytics at a global trade expo.
September 2023
Likely to drive demand for high-tech test benches, increasing trade value in the premium segment.