Washers, spring or lock, iron or steel

Overview This page contains the latest trade data of Washers, spring or lock, iron or steel. In 2022, Washers, spring or lock, iron or steel were the world's 2359th most traded product, with a total trade of $870M. Between 2021 and 2022 the exports of Washers, spring or lock, iron or steel grew by 2.54%, from $849M to $870M. Trade in Washers, spring or lock, iron or steel represent 0.0037% of total world trade.

Washers, spring or lock, iron or steel are a part of Iron Fasteners.

Exports In 2022 the top exporters of Washers, spring or lock, iron or steel  were Germany ($246M), China ($111M), United States ($82.2M), Sweden ($62.3M), and Italy ($58.7M).

Imports In 2022 the top importers of Washers, spring or lock, iron or steel were United States ($103M), Germany ($84.8M), China ($58M), Mexico ($54.3M), and France ($39.4M).

Ranking Washers, spring or lock, iron or steel ranks 201st in the Product Complexity Index (PCI).

Description The common use of a washer is to avoid the component or surfaces from metal-to-metal contact. This is typically done by placing a washer beneath a nut or bolt, which helps to distribute the load. A spring or lock washer is typically used to remove axial and radial loads. Steel washers are typically used in a variety of industries, but are most common in the automobile and plumbing industries.