Product intelligence · HS 843229 · 2024 data

Harrows: (excluding disc), scarifiers, cultivators, weeders and hoes

Global exports of harrows: (excluding disc), scarifiers, cultivators, weeders and hoes totalled $1,617,032,476 in 2024, a -9.5% change from the previous year. Traded by 138 countries across 2,695 bilateral corridors, with demand from 195 importing markets. The long-term trend is declining.

Data: OECD BIMTS · Coverage: 19952024 · Updated: 2026-07-17

Global trade

$1.6B

-9.5% YoY

3Y / 5Y CAGR

-4.7%

5Y: +5.2%

Supply structure

Diversified

HHI 0.113

Volatility

Low

Score 6/100

1.

Market movement

In 2024, harrows: (excluding disc), scarifiers, cultivators, weeders and hoes trade exhibited significant decline, with global flows reaching $1,617,032,476 and a three-year compound annual growth rate of -4.7% (five-year: +5.2%). The all-time peak of $1,889,836,398 was recorded in 2022; the current level is 14% below that high-water mark.

Over the 30-year observation window (19952024), 59% of years recorded positive growth, indicating a mildly upward trajectory with periodic contractions. Trend momentum is decelerating (-7.0% acceleration).

The World Trade Flows Characterization classifies harrows: (excluding disc), scarifiers, cultivators, weeders and hoes as "Two-way vertical trade" in the high price range price segment, providing additional context for market positioning and competitive dynamics.

2.

Supply & demand structure

The supply side is diversified (Herfindahl-Hirschman Index 0.113). The three largest exporters — China ($403.1M), Germany ($268.7M), and Italy ($152.5M) — collectively dominate supply flows. The leading exporter has grown at -4.7% over the last three years.

On the demand side, importer concentration is diversified (HHI 0.038). The three largest import markets are France ($158.2M), United States ($139.6M), and Germany ($112.1M). The largest importing market sources from 48 different supplying countries.

Estimated substitution elasticity: -8.44. Buyers are highly price-sensitive and can switch between suppliers relatively easily.

The dominant trade corridor is Germany → France at $74.5M, representing 47.1% of the importer's total demand.

3.

Risk profile & trade outlook

The volatility score for harrows: (excluding disc), scarifiers, cultivators, weeders and hoes is 6 out of 100, classified as low. Trade flows are relatively stable compared to other HS6 products, suggesting mature supply chains and predictable demand.

For market entrants, contracting demand signals caution before committing resources. The diversified supply landscape means many competitors but also multiple entry points and buyer relationships to target.

Data confidence is rated "High" based on reporting coverage and consistency across OECD member and partner countries.

Historical evidence

Annual trade value 19952024

Peak: $1,889,836,398 in 2022. Currently 14% below peak.

YearGlobal trade (USD)YoY growth
2015$1,032,523,341-19.7%
2016$1,044,190,889+1.1%
2017$1,196,821,944+14.6%
2018$1,352,516,207+13.0%
2019$1,256,178,380-7.1%
2020$1,348,436,413+7.3%
2021$1,868,528,445+38.6%
2022$1,889,836,398+1.1%
2023$1,786,848,349-5.4%
2024$1,617,032,476-9.5%

Top exporting countries

Ranked by export value of harrows: (excluding disc), scarifiers, cultivators, weeders and hoes in 2024.

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Top importing markets

Largest import destinations for harrows: (excluding disc), scarifiers, cultivators, weeders and hoes.

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Leading trade corridors

Largest bilateral export flows for harrows: (excluding disc), scarifiers, cultivators, weeders and hoes, ranked by value. Click any country to view its full profile.

#ExporterImporterValue 20243Y CAGR
1GermanyFrance$74.5M-0.0%
2ChinaIndia$56.4M+14.2%
3United StatesCanada$40.6M+11.2%
4ChinaRussia$38.3M-1.7%
5CanadaUnited States$36.5M+18.9%
6ChinaUnited States$29.9M-30.8%
7ItalyFrance$29.6M-9.4%
8GermanyPoland$25.5M-1.9%

Showing top 8 of 10 corridors with available data for 2024.

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Sources, definitions & methodology

Data source

OECD Bilateral International Merchandise Trade Statistics (BIMTS). Aggregated from 312M+ reported trade records across 200+ countries and 5,300+ HS6 product codes. Coverage: 19952024.

Key indicators

HHI (Herfindahl-Hirschman Index): market concentration, 0 = fully diversified, 1 = single player. CAGR: compound annual growth rate over a stated period. Volatility score: trade value variability, 0–100 scale.

How this page is made

All statistical content on this page is data-driven, composed programmatically from live OECD trade records. No generic AI-generated prose is used. Analytical paragraphs combine real data points with factual interpretation. This page was last refreshed on 2026-07-17.