Grindstones etc, agglomerated abrasives or ceramics

Overview This page contains the latest trade data of Grindstones etc, agglomerated abrasives or ceramics. In 2022, Grindstones etc, agglomerated abrasives or ceramics were the world's 1154th most traded product, with a total trade of $3B. Between 2021 and 2022 the exports of Grindstones etc, agglomerated abrasives or ceramics decreased by -6.11%, from $3.2B to $3B. 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 2022 the top exporters of Grindstones etc, agglomerated abrasives or ceramics  were China ($915M), Germany ($443M), Austria ($231M), Japan ($227M), and Italy ($147M).

Imports In 2022 the top importers of Grindstones etc, agglomerated abrasives or ceramics were India ($236M), United States ($226M), Germany ($221M), China ($142M), and France ($97.3M).

Ranking Grindstones etc, agglomerated abrasives or ceramics ranks 989th 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.