Tools for milling market in Germany

Earlier Report Observations

The market for milling tools in Germany began the period at 8,499 t in 2018, supported by a 4.6% growth in the tools and machinery sector driven by rising demand, online sales, and investments in automation and digitalization, including new milling programs and Industry 4.0 initiatives. By 2020, the market volume had contracted to 6,909 t, reflecting a broader downturn.

A recovery followed in 2021, with the market rising to 8,189 t and reaching 8,213 t in 2022, though no specific drivers for these years are highlighted in the sources.

In the latter part of the period, the market volume continued to decline, falling to 7,850 t in 2023 and 7,357 t in 2024. During this time, the industry adapted to emerging trends such as miniaturization, sustainable production, and new materials, leading to the introduction of specialized tools like micro-milling cutters for electronics and medical technology showcased at AMB 2024.

Production milling tools in Germany

In value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Germany's milling tool production has declined for the second year in a row. In 2020, output was valued at 681.7 million US dollars, down 18.3% from the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, production fell by 19.2%, with an annualized decline of 6.9%. The peak value was recorded in 2018 at 891.6 million US dollars, which also saw the largest annual increase of 5.6%.

Annual dynamics of production in Germany in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

In kind, 2017-2020, t

Germany's milling tool production has declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, the country produced 7 154 tonnes of milling tools, representing a 16.9% decrease compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, production dropped by 15.9%, with an annualized decline of 5.6%. The highest volume was recorded in 2018 at 8 991 tonnes, which also experienced the largest annual increase of 5.7%.

Annual dynamics of production in Germany in kind, 2017-2020, t

Exports milling tools from Germany

Exports in kind, t

Germany's milling tool exports have declined for the second year running. In 2020, export volume reached 2 182 tonnes, showing a moderate 5.2% year-over-year decrease. Over the 2017-2020 period, exports fell by 4.7%, with an annualized decline of 1.6%. The peak volume was recorded in 2018 at 2 535 tonnes. The largest annual decline occurred in 2019 at 9.2%, while the largest increase was in 2018 at 10.8%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Germany in kind, 2017-2020, t

Between 2017 and 2020, Germany's milling tool exports showed significant geographical diversification. Switzerland accounted for 11.2% of export volume, Poland for 6.8%, and Austria for 6.3%. Together, these three countries represented just 24.4% of total export flows, with the remaining 75.6% distributed among numerous smaller trading partners.

Structure of product's exports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Germany in kind, 2017-2020

Exports in value, M $ US

Germany's milling tool exports have declined for the second consecutive year. In 2020, exports were valued at 668.4 million US dollars, representing a substantial 12.3% decrease from the previous year. Over the 2017-2020 period, export value fell by 4.5%, with an annualized decline of 1.5%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 821.0 million US dollars, which also saw the largest annual increase of 17.4%.

Annual dynamics of product's exports from Germany in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, Germany's milling tool exports in value terms showed a diversified structure. Switzerland accounted for 10.9% of export value, the Netherlands for 8.1%, and France for 8.1%. Together, these three countries represented just 27.2% of total export flows, with no single country holding a clearly dominant position.

Structure of product's exports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's exports from Germany in value, 2017-2020

Imports milling tools to Germany

Imports in kind, t

In 2020, Germany imported 1 938 tonnes of milling tools, reflecting a 3.3% increase compared to 2019. Over the 2017-2020 period, import volume grew by 9%, with an annualized increase of 2.9%. The peak volume was recorded in 2018 at 2 043 tonnes. The largest annual decline occurred in 2019 at 8.2%, while the largest increase was in 2018 at 15.0%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Germany in kind, 2017-2020, t

Between 2017 and 2020, Germany sourced milling tools from many different markets. Even the three largest suppliers—China, Switzerland, and Italy—together accounted for only 47.5% of total import volume.

Structure of product's imports in kind by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Germany in kind, 2017-2020

Imports in value, M $ US

Germany's milling tool imports have declined for the second year in a row. In 2020, imports were valued at approximately 364.1 million US dollars, showing a moderate 9.1% decrease compared to the previous year. Between 2017 and 2020, import value fell by 2.6%, equating to an annualized decline of 0.9%. The highest value was recorded in 2018 at 452.9 million US dollars. The largest annual decline occurred in 2019 at 11.6%, while the largest increase was in 2018 at 21.2%.

Annual dynamics of product's imports to Germany in value, 2017-2020, M $ US

Between 2017 and 2020, Germany's milling tool imports in value terms were not heavily concentrated. Switzerland accounted for 28.3% of import value, Japan for 10.3%, and China for 10.1%. Together, these three countries represented 48.8% of total import flows.

Structure of product's imports in value by countries, 2017-2020

World map of product's imports to Germany in value, 2017-2020