In 2023, China dominated the global export market for hand sharpening or polishing stones with a 42.7% share, followed by the United States and Japan at 14.47% and 10.61%, respectively. While most countries experienced moderate growth, Poland and Chile reported remarkable year-on-year growth rates of 16.73% and 62.34%, indicating rapidly increasing exports. In contrast, Spain and Argentina saw significant declines of -12.95% and -49.73%.
Looking forward, key trends to watch include the potential impact of shifting trade policies and technological advancements on production efficiency, as well as emerging markets like Africa and South America, which may become significant players given current rapid growth rates.
Top countries in Export of Hand Sharpening or Polishing Stones Share by Country (US Dollars)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 42.7 | 2023 | +3.24% | +3.1% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United States | 14.47 | 2023 | +2.7% | +2.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 10.61 | 2023 | +2.51% | +2.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 6.21 | 2023 | +2.68% | +2.05% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Mexico | 3.15 | 2023 | +3.92% | +5.42% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Malaysia | 1.95 | 2023 | +5.4% | +1.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 1.78 | 2023 | +3.75% | +8.27% | View data |
| 8 | 8 India | 1.73 | 2023 | +3.98% | +3.03% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 1.72 | 2023 | +1.07% | -0.4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 1.72 | 2023 | +3.47% | +3.55% | View data |
