Overview This page contains the latest trade data of Carbides. In 2022, Carbides were the world's 695th most traded product, with a total trade of $2.82B. Between 2021 and 2022 the exports of Carbides grew by 23.4%, from $2.28B to $2.82B. Trade in Carbides represent 0.012% of total world trade.
Carbides are a part of Inorganic chemicals. They include Silicon carbide, Carbides except calcium and silicon, and Calcium carbide.
Exports In 2022 the top exporters of Carbides were China ($1.04B), Austria ($327M), Germany ($181M), Norway ($146M), and South Africa ($127M).
Imports In 2022 the top importers of Carbides were United States ($460M), Germany ($352M), Japan ($306M), South Korea ($156M), and Sweden ($153M).
Ranking Carbides ranks 613th in the Product Complexity Index (PCI).
Description Carbides are the most common type of metal carbide, and are used in many industrial applications. They are made by combining carbon and a metal, and are used in cutting tools, wear-resistant materials, and high-temperature parts.