Overview This page contains the latest trade data of Grindstones etc, agglomerated abrasives or ceramics. In 2023, Grindstones etc, agglomerated abrasives or ceramics were the world's 1134th most traded product, with a total trade of $2.93B. Between 2022 and 2023 the exports of Grindstones etc, agglomerated abrasives or ceramics decreased by -0.99%, from $2.96B to $2.93B. Trade in Grindstones etc, agglomerated abrasives or ceramics represent 0.013% of total world trade.
Grindstones etc, agglomerated abrasives or ceramics are a part of Milling Stones.
Exports In 2023 the top exporters of Grindstones etc, agglomerated abrasives or ceramics were China ($830M), Germany ($440M), Austria ($265M), Japan ($194M), and Italy ($148M).
Imports In 2023 the top importers of Grindstones etc, agglomerated abrasives or ceramics were United States ($254M), India ($240M), Germany ($223M), China ($135M), and Mexico ($113M).
Ranking Grindstones etc, agglomerated abrasives or ceramics ranks 856th in the Product Complexity Index (PCI).
Description A grindstone is a cylindrical stone that is used in a mill to grind grain or other dry materials. It is a cornerstone of the millers trade. The most common use of grindstones is for milling grain, which was a staple of the medieval diet. It is also used for the manufacture of tools, such as blades for knives and axes. Abrasives are materials used to remove material, polishing, and grinding. Ceramics are materials that can be heated and cooled and shaped.