U.S. - Knives, Scissors And Blades - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Knife and Scissors Price in the United States - 2023

Contents:

  1. Knife and Scissors Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022
  2. Knife and Scissors Price in the United States (FOB) - 2022
  3. Knife and Scissors Imports in the United States
  4. Knife and Scissors Exports in the United States

Knife and Scissors Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average knife and scissors import price amounted to $5.8 per unit, with a decrease of -10.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 a decrease of -3.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $14 per unit in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($12 per unit), while the price for China ($4.8 per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Japan (-3.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

Knife and Scissors Price in the United States (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average knife and scissors export price amounted to $35 per unit, growing by 6.8% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 an increase of 30% against the previous year. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $45 per unit. From 2019 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($64 per unit), while the average price for exports to Costa Rica ($16 per unit) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Netherlands (+4.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Knife and Scissors Imports in the United States

In 2022, the amount of knives, scissors and blades imported into the United States amounted to 207M units, with an increase of 9.2% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports showed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 41% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, knife and scissors imports fell modestly to $1.2B in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +8.1% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 22% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $1.2B, and then shrank modestly in the following year.

Import of Knife and Scissors in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China6787268287804.8%
Taiwan (Chinese)46.757.588.592.225.5%
Germany55.952.172.174.29.9%
Japan60.460.564.563.61.7%
Vietnam10.311.925.343.161.1%
Others10810615815713.3%
Total9601,0141,2361,2118.0%

Top Suppliers of Knife and Scissors to the United States in 2022:

  1. China (163.0M units)
  2. Taiwan (Chinese) (12.1M units)
  3. Japan (6.9M units)
  4. Germany (6.2M units)
  5. Vietnam (4.9M units)

Knife and Scissors Exports in the United States

For the fourth consecutive year, the United States recorded growth in shipments abroad of knives, scissors and blades, which increased by 3% to 5.2M units in 2022. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +12.0% over the period from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 21%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, knife and scissors exports rose remarkably to $182M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +9.9% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Export of Knife and Scissors in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Canada65.967.667.465.0-0.5%
Mexico14.915.216.916.12.6%
Germany4.66.210.514.145.3%
Australia4.85.26.511.333.0%
United Kingdom4.75.37.67.416.3%
Netherlands4.15.05.85.812.3%
China1.81.64.94.737.7%
Poland1.21.62.94.656.5%
South Korea2.11.51.82.10.0%
Costa Rica0.50.40.51.440.9%
Others32.330.940.549.315.1%
Total1371411651829.9%

Top Export Markets for Knife and Scissors from the United States in 2022:

  1. Canada (1680.6K units)
  2. Mexico (828.4K units)
  3. United Kingdom (407.8K units)
  4. Germany (297.2K units)
  5. China (258.0K units)
  6. Australia (218.5K units)
  7. Poland (94.0K units)
  8. Netherlands (91.6K units)
  9. Costa Rica (90.7K units)
  10. South Korea (83.6K units)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the knife and scissors market in the U.S.. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 25711115 -
  • Prodcom 25711130 -
  • Prodcom 25711145 - Knives with fixed blades of base metal including pruning knives (excluding fish, butter/ table knives with fixed blades, k nives and cutting blades for machines/mechanical appliances)
  • Prodcom 25711160 - Clasp knives
  • Prodcom 25711175 - Blades and handles of base metal for table knives, pocket knives, including pruning knives (excluding fish and butter knives, knives/cutting blades for machines or mechanical appliances)
  • Prodcom 25711190 - Scissors, tailors

Country coverage:

  • United States

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

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  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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