- Electronic Machinery, Apparatus, Switch Relays, Transistors, and Parts – $535,710 million
Electronics are a core part of China’s exports, supporting global tech industries. This category covers essential parts like transistors, which are critical in consumer electronics and industrial machinery. - Telecommunication Equipment Parts – $274,910 million
With a growing demand for connectivity, China’s telecommunication exports fuel communication networks worldwide. This category includes everything from fiber-optic components to advanced mobile parts. - Baby Carriages, Toys, Games, and Plastics – $240,298 million
China is a major supplier of toys and plastic goods. These products reach millions of households globally, with the toy industry alone holding a large share in exports. - Office Machines and Parts – $229,050 million
China’s exports in office machines, from printers to computers, help businesses worldwide maintain productivity. - Passenger Road Vehicles (Excluding Buses) – $197,862 million
China has established itself in the automotive sector, offering affordable passenger vehicles, especially to developing nations. - General Industrial Machinery – $178,446 million
Essential for manufacturing and construction, industrial machinery is a significant export, catering to industries worldwide. - Clothing and Accessories – $164,743 million
China’s clothing and textile industry plays a key role in fashion markets globally, with fast production and vast variety. - Metals for Manufacturing (Base Metals) – $143,481 million
Base metals are used in construction, automotive, and many other sectors, making them a valuable export. - Textiles, Yarns, and Fabrics – $134,336 million
Supporting both local and international fashion markets, China’s textile exports range from basic yarns to advanced fabrics. - Specialized Industrial Machinery – $90,016 million
China also exports specialized machinery, serving niche industries like agriculture and mining.
Total trade value of the top 10 categories: $2,189 billion
Top 10 categories percentage of total exports: 64.77%
Total trade value of all exports: $3,380 billion
Source: comtrade.un.org
Top 10 Countries China Exports To:
- United States – $362,675 million
- Hong Kong SAR – $274,519 million
- Japan – $157,500 million
- Republic of Korea – $148,983 million
- Vietnam – $137,607 million
- India – $117,679 million
- Russian Federation – $110,935 million
- Germany – $100,565 million
- Netherlands – $100,195 million
- Malaysia – $87,370 million
Interesting Facts About China’s Exports:
- Top Toy Exporter: China produces 70% of the world’s toys, with toys and games becoming one of its top export categories (Source).
- Growing Automotive Influence: China’s automotive exports surged, particularly to emerging markets, making it one of the fastest-growing sectors in the last decade (Source).
- Textile Powerhouse: As the largest textile exporter globally, China’s textile exports support fashion industries worldwide, contributing to nearly 43.1% of global textile production (Source).
