Product intelligence · HS 850421 · 2024 data

Electrical transformers: liquid dielectric, having a power handling capacity not exceeding 650kVA

Global exports of electrical transformers: liquid dielectric, having a power handling capacity not exceeding 650kva totalled $4,077,678,080 in 2024, a +22.7% change from the previous year. Traded by 160 countries across 3,291 bilateral corridors, with demand from 197 importing markets. The long-term trend is rapid growth.

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

Global trade

$4.1B

+22.7% YoY

3Y / 5Y CAGR

+35.7%

5Y: +20.8%

Supply structure

Diversified

HHI 0.070

Volatility

Low

Score 23/100

1.

Market movement

In 2024, electrical transformers: liquid dielectric, having a power handling capacity not exceeding 650kva trade exhibited strong growth, with global flows reaching $4,077,678,080 and a three-year compound annual growth rate of +35.7% (five-year: +20.8%). The all-time peak of $4,077,678,080 was recorded in 2024.

Over the 30-year observation window (19952024), 76% of years recorded positive growth, indicating a predominantly expanding market. Trend momentum is strengthening (+27.8% acceleration).

The World Trade Flows Characterization classifies electrical transformers: liquid dielectric, having a power handling capacity not exceeding 650kva as "One-way trade" in the low 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 0.070). The three largest exporters — South Korea ($533.9M), China ($525.4M), and Mexico ($522.3M) — collectively dominate supply flows. The leading exporter has grown at +145.1% over the last three years.

On the demand side, importer concentration is moderately concentrated (HHI 0.176). The three largest import markets are United States ($1.7B), Germany ($235.3M), and United Kingdom ($198.3M). The largest importing market sources from 61 different supplying countries.

Estimated substitution elasticity: -9.64. Buyers are highly price-sensitive and can switch between suppliers relatively easily.

The dominant trade corridor is Mexico → United States at $502.4M, representing 30.3% of the importer's total demand.

3.

Risk profile & trade outlook

The volatility score for electrical transformers: liquid dielectric, having a power handling capacity not exceeding 650kva is 23 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, strong demand tailwinds create a favourable entry environment. 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: $4,077,678,080 in 2024.

YearGlobal trade (USD)YoY growth
2015$1,515,004,768-20.1%
2016$1,453,806,479-4.0%
2017$1,493,642,130+2.7%
2018$1,534,385,706+2.7%
2019$1,582,853,706+3.2%
2020$1,562,739,920-1.3%
2021$1,630,349,967+4.3%
2022$2,263,842,374+38.9%
2023$3,323,755,026+46.8%
2024$4,077,678,080+22.7%

Top exporting countries

Ranked by export value of electrical transformers: liquid dielectric, having a power handling capacity not exceeding 650kva in 2024.

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Top importing markets

Largest import destinations for electrical transformers: liquid dielectric, having a power handling capacity not exceeding 650kva.

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Leading trade corridors

Largest bilateral export flows for electrical transformers: liquid dielectric, having a power handling capacity not exceeding 650kva, ranked by value. Click any country to view its full profile.

#ExporterImporterValue 20243Y CAGR
1MexicoUnited States$502.4M+26.1%
2South KoreaUnited States$484.2M+241.8%
3BrazilUnited States$163.7M+200.9%
4CanadaUnited States$128.6M+14.3%
5TaiwanUnited States$123.1M+351.0%
6ColombiaUnited States$111.1M+551.8%
7IndiaUnited Kingdom$94.7M+109.2%
8ChinaUnited States$78.2M+259.3%

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.