Top Exporting Countries 2021

Top exporting countries drive global trade; measure export volume and its impact on international markets.

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1
China flag
China
3,554,107,780,957.44 USD
2
United States flag
United States
2,555,430,000,000 USD
3
Germany flag
Germany
1,851,846,071,996.09 USD
4
United Kingdom flag
United Kingdom
935,667,446,175.151 USD
5
France flag
France
928,139,254,791.07 USD
6
Japan flag
Japan
912,549,013,982.719 USD
7
Netherlands flag
Netherlands
911,591,180,290.683 USD
8
Singapore flag
Singapore
797,699,635,946.268 USD
9
South Korea flag
South Korea
764,083,221,345.796 USD
10
China, Hong Kong SAR flag
China, Hong Kong SAR
752,719,132,923.809 USD
11
Ireland flag
Ireland
723,445,227,902.702 USD
12
Italy flag
Italy
679,294,123,497.663 USD
13
India flag
India
677,769,255,428.552 USD
14
Canada flag
Canada
630,478,158,309.719 USD
15
Switzerland flag
Switzerland
579,841,742,088.153 USD
16
Russia flag
Russia
548,800,273,711.107 USD
17
Belgium flag
Belgium
536,427,846,318.596 USD
18
Mexico flag
Mexico
534,121,610,565.454 USD
19
Spain flag
Spain
493,273,673,720.922 USD
20
United Arab Emirates flag
United Arab Emirates
425,155,888,359.428 USD
21
Poland flag
Poland
393,088,751,264.328 USD
22
Vietnam flag
Vietnam
343,937,314,545.796 USD
23
Australia flag
Australia
343,364,164,705.654 USD
24
Brazil flag
Brazil
319,251,213,851.504 USD
25
Sweden flag
Sweden
299,954,758,723.977 USD
26
Thailand flag
Thailand
296,424,506,130.06 USD
27
Turkey flag
Turkey
294,429,020,560.408 USD
28
Saudi Arabia flag
Saudi Arabia
286,501,333,333.333 USD
29
Austria flag
Austria
268,839,884,920.186 USD
30
Malaysia flag
Malaysia
264,015,450,976.493 USD
31
Indonesia flag
Indonesia
254,109,508,154.492 USD
32
Denmark flag
Denmark
240,447,056,409.375 USD
33
Norway flag
Norway
216,630,966,239.814 USD
34
Czech Republic flag
Czech Republic
205,281,381,420.63 USD
35
Luxembourg flag
Luxembourg
186,265,544,320.237 USD
36
Hungary flag
Hungary
145,547,409,482.391 USD
37
Israel flag
Israel
141,191,894,262.855 USD
38
South Africa flag
South Africa
131,000,485,997.462 USD
39
Finland flag
Finland
117,459,122,934.107 USD
40
Romania flag
Romania
116,008,010,735.462 USD
41
Slovakia flag
Slovakia
109,378,268,572.459 USD
42
Portugal flag
Portugal
106,387,190,475.432 USD
43
Qatar flag
Qatar
105,549,450,549.451 USD
44
Philippines flag
Philippines
101,485,514,507.701 USD
45
Chile flag
Chile
100,881,456,731.022 USD
46
Iran flag
Iran
89,695,394,080.135 USD
47
Argentina flag
Argentina
87,906,118,244.66 USD
48
Greece flag
Greece
87,890,002,522.689 USD
49
Ukraine flag
Ukraine
81,281,413,098.766 USD
50
Iraq flag
Iraq
78,260,500,000 USD
51
Kuwait flag
Kuwait
76,736,406,944.633 USD
52
Kazakhstan flag
Kazakhstan
66,318,146,545.905 USD
53
Peru flag
Peru
66,169,160,382.77 USD
54
Puerto Rico flag
Puerto Rico
57,909,200,000 USD
55
New Zealand flag
New Zealand
56,662,187,013.722 USD
56
Lithuania flag
Lithuania
53,381,777,500.232 USD
57
Bulgaria flag
Bulgaria
52,185,365,602.939 USD
58
Colombia flag
Colombia
51,591,453,811.297 USD
59
Slovenia flag
Slovenia
51,509,624,959.852 USD
60
Belarus flag
Belarus
49,351,137,896.738 USD
61
Morocco flag
Morocco
47,060,549,921.433 USD
62
Oman flag
Oman
46,569,570,871.261 USD
63
Egypt flag
Egypt
44,850,223,072.02 USD
64
Bangladesh flag
Bangladesh
44,386,125,441.859 USD
65
Algeria flag
Algeria
43,660,727,771.345 USD
66
Bahrain flag
Bahrain
35,234,574,468.085 USD
67
Serbia flag
Serbia
34,628,348,308.224 USD
68
Croatia flag
Croatia
34,354,168,366.798 USD
69
Libya flag
Libya
32,419,787,680.602 USD
70
Pakistan flag
Pakistan
31,546,332,472.531 USD
71
Angola flag
Angola
31,385,829,560.717 USD
72
Estonia flag
Estonia
29,617,994,789.252 USD
73
Ecuador flag
Ecuador
29,009,062,000 USD
74
China, Macao SAR flag
China, Macao SAR
28,151,033,560.293 USD
75
Panama flag
Panama
28,041,417,544.044 USD
76
Cyprus flag
Cyprus
27,565,552,209.714 USD
77
Cambodia flag
Cambodia
26,621,743,091.289 USD
78
Latvia flag
Latvia
25,510,768,209.825 USD
79
Azerbaijan flag
Azerbaijan
25,487,647,058.824 USD
80
Ghana flag
Ghana
23,898,089,227.042 USD
81
Costa Rica flag
Costa Rica
23,500,424,068.911 USD
82
Malta flag
Malta
23,442,200,552.268 USD
83
Congo, Democratic Republic of the flag
Congo, Democratic Republic of the
22,344,866,847.553 USD
84
Dominican Republic flag
Dominican Republic
20,419,747,258.691 USD
85
Uruguay flag
Uruguay
20,010,251,506.3 USD
86
Tunisia flag
Tunisia
19,667,292,546.307 USD
87
Uzbekistan flag
Uzbekistan
16,479,144,804.738 USD
88
Cรดte d'Ivoire flag
Cรดte d'Ivoire
16,230,487,159.254 USD
89
Guatemala flag
Guatemala
15,241,812,021.843 USD
90
Sri Lanka flag
Sri Lanka
14,985,052,373.042 USD
91
Kenya flag
Kenya
14,381,862,480.264 USD
92
Paraguay flag
Paraguay
14,177,412,819.898 USD
93
Jordan flag
Jordan
13,869,577,464.789 USD
94
Gabon flag
Gabon
11,849,572,428.606 USD
95
Zambia flag
Zambia
11,537,884,956.041 USD
96
Bolivia flag
Bolivia
11,276,448,089.725 USD
97
Brunei Darussalam flag
Brunei Darussalam
11,228,855,780.629 USD
98
Honduras flag
Honduras
11,079,128,213.317 USD
99
Bosnia and Herzegovina flag
Bosnia and Herzegovina
10,137,269,156.014 USD
100
Tanzania flag
Tanzania
9,976,590,469.47 USD
101
Iceland flag
Iceland
9,802,647,460.532 USD
102
Guinea flag
Guinea
9,596,023,580.509 USD
103
North Macedonia flag
North Macedonia
9,162,326,827.23 USD
104
Mongolia flag
Mongolia
8,950,037,976.409 USD
105
Venezuela flag
Venezuela
8,690,395,620.683 USD
106
El Salvador flag
El Salvador
8,359,050,000 USD
107
Turkmenistan flag
Turkmenistan
8,345,505,967.82 USD
108
Ethiopia flag
Ethiopia
8,323,978,507.538 USD
109
Zimbabwe flag
Zimbabwe
8,158,286,329.088 USD
110
Georgia flag
Georgia
8,045,446,645.348 USD
111
Botswana flag
Botswana
7,858,679,909.857 USD
112
Congo flag
Congo
7,833,386,313.57 USD
113
Cameroon flag
Cameroon
7,430,968,539.297 USD
114
Mauritius flag
Mauritius
7,062,411,510.584 USD
115
Senegal flag
Senegal
6,781,011,708.685 USD
116
Nicaragua flag
Nicaragua
6,593,588,345.768 USD
117
Mozambique flag
Mozambique
6,523,890,986.023 USD
118
Burkina Faso flag
Burkina Faso
6,460,208,896.649 USD
119
Uganda flag
Uganda
6,396,009,273.52 USD
120
Lebanon flag
Lebanon
6,020,232,987.665 USD
121
Albania flag
Albania
5,613,909,458.076 USD
122
Equatorial Guinea flag
Equatorial Guinea
5,512,726,595.332 USD
123
Mali flag
Mali
5,389,820,860.676 USD
124
Armenia flag
Armenia
4,950,452,984.497 USD
125
Djibouti flag
Djibouti
4,842,477,816.353 USD
126
Chad flag
Chad
4,434,510,318.117 USD
127
Republic of Moldova flag
Republic of Moldova
4,196,391,944.647 USD
128
United States Virgin Islands flag
United States Virgin Islands
4,069,000,000 USD
129
Maldives flag
Maldives
3,997,066,754.32 USD
130
Namibia flag
Namibia
3,963,389,444.588 USD
131
Benin flag
Benin
3,700,039,683.358 USD
132
Mauritania flag
Mauritania
3,675,736,238.8 USD
133
Bermuda flag
Bermuda
3,491,937,000 USD
134
San Marino flag
San Marino
3,420,233,100.823 USD
135
Bahamas flag
Bahamas
3,366,900,000 USD
136
Madagascar flag
Madagascar
3,314,741,894.164 USD
137
Kyrgyzstan flag
Kyrgyzstan
3,311,706,968.063 USD
138
Kosovo flag
Kosovo
3,144,942,871.568 USD
139
State of Palestine flag
State of Palestine
3,140,300,000 USD
140
Montenegro flag
Montenegro
2,511,149,463.494 USD
141
Timor-Leste flag
Timor-Leste
2,302,354,018.814 USD
142
Syrian Arab Republic flag
Syrian Arab Republic
2,226,608,573.261 USD
143
Tajikistan flag
Tajikistan
2,161,333,822.626 USD
144
Rwanda flag
Rwanda
2,160,639,864.361 USD
145
Eswatini flag
Eswatini
2,144,557,154.68 USD
146
Afghanistan flag
Afghanistan
2,045,190,335.081 USD
147
Togo flag
Togo
1,976,054,796.247 USD
148
Aruba flag
Aruba
1,945,182,828.039 USD
149
Faroe Islands flag
Faroe Islands
1,923,044,780.863 USD
150
Nepal flag
Nepal
1,890,245,951.51 USD
151
Malawi flag
Malawi
1,573,501,117.664 USD
152
Somalia flag
Somalia
1,532,000,000 USD
153
Niger flag
Niger
1,490,563,681.261 USD
154
Haiti flag
Haiti
1,490,136,140.368 USD
155
New Caledonia flag
New Caledonia
1,425,561,376.82 USD
156
Seychelles flag
Seychelles
1,193,663,263.245 USD
157
Belize flag
Belize
1,155,566,850 USD
158
Greenland flag
Greenland
1,121,643,590.627 USD
159
Sierra Leone flag
Sierra Leone
1,114,288,666.942 USD
160
Lesotho flag
Lesotho
1,113,103,702.51 USD
161
Bhutan flag
Bhutan
808,455,596.608 USD
162
French Polynesia flag
French Polynesia
805,906,228.023 USD
163
Sudan flag
Sudan
770,119,708.003 USD
164
Antigua and Barbuda flag
Antigua and Barbuda
752,377,777.778 USD
165
Cabo Verde flag
Cabo Verde
489,360,327.178 USD
166
Solomon Islands flag
Solomon Islands
413,817,855.138 USD
167
Guinea-Bissau flag
Guinea-Bissau
334,639,591.94 USD
168
Central African Republic flag
Central African Republic
332,868,820.828 USD
169
American Samoa flag
American Samoa
332,000,000 USD
170
Guam flag
Guam
193,000,000 USD
171
Gambia flag
Gambia
133,283,633.187 USD
172
Comoros flag
Comoros
126,168,316.003 USD
173
Marshall Islands flag
Marshall Islands
120,116,615.295 USD
174
Samoa flag
Samoa
98,618,303.146 USD
175
Vanuatu flag
Vanuatu
90,797,377.858 USD
176
Micronesia (Fed. States of) flag
Micronesia (Fed. States of)
79,000,000 USD
177
Tonga flag
Tonga
57,546,487.814 USD
178
Northern Mariana Islands flag
Northern Mariana Islands
55,000,000 USD
179
Nauru flag
Nauru
54,051,776.704 USD
180
Palau flag
Palau
15,533,028.603 USD
181
Kiribati flag
Kiribati
10,754,926.789 USD

โ†‘Top 10 Countries

  1. #1China flagChina
  2. #2United States flagUnited States
  3. #3Germany flagGermany
  4. #4United Kingdom flagUnited Kingdom
  5. #5France flagFrance
  6. #6Japan flagJapan
  7. #7Netherlands flagNetherlands
  8. #8Singapore flagSingapore
  9. #9South Korea flagSouth Korea
  10. #10China, Hong Kong SAR flagChina, Hong Kong SAR

Analysis: These countries represent the highest values in this dataset, showcasing significant scale and impact on global statistics.

โ†“Bottom 10 Countries

  1. #181Kiribati flagKiribati
  2. #180Palau flagPalau
  3. #179Nauru flagNauru
  4. #178Northern Mariana Islands flagNorthern Mariana Islands
  5. #177Tonga flagTonga
  6. #176Micronesia (Fed. States of) flagMicronesia (Fed. States of)
  7. #175Vanuatu flagVanuatu
  8. #174Samoa flagSamoa
  9. #173Marshall Islands flagMarshall Islands
  10. #172Comoros flagComoros

Context: These countries or territories have the lowest values, often due to geographic size, administrative status, or specific characteristics.

Analysis & Context

The Top Exporting Countries in 2021 saw China leading with an export volume of USD 3,554,107,780,957.44, marking the highest in the global range, which spans from USD 10,754,926.79 to this peak. The global average export value was approximately USD 151,630,130,889.57, offering a broad perspective on international trade dynamics.

Economic Powerhouses Driving Global Exports

The dominance of countries such as China, the United States, and Germany in global exports highlights their significant economic influence. China, with its staggering export value, benefits from a robust manufacturing sector that caters to a diverse range of industries, from electronics to textiles. The United States, exporting goods worth USD 2,555,430,000,000, leverages its technological innovation and agricultural output to maintain its global trade stature. Meanwhile, Germany, with exports amounting to USD 1,851,846,071,996.09, capitalizes on its automotive and machinery sectors.

These countries are not only pivotal due to their volume but also because of their ability to influence global supply chains. The interconnectedness of their economies with global markets underscores their strategic importance in international trade.

Factors Contributing to Export Success

Several factors contribute to the export success of these top nations. Geographically, countries like China and Germany benefit from their central positions in Asia and Europe, respectively, facilitating trade with neighboring regions. The United States leverages its vast natural resources and technological advancements.

Policy-wise, these countries have implemented strategies that promote export-led growth. China's Belt and Road Initiative has expanded its trade routes, while Germany's membership in the European Union provides a seamless trade environment. The United States benefits from various trade agreements and its economic policies that support innovation and industrial growth.

Year-over-Year Export Dynamics

In 2021, significant year-over-year changes were observed, with China experiencing the largest increase of USD 824,223,205,793.55, translating to a 30.2% growth. This surge can be attributed to a post-pandemic recovery in global demand and China's quick adaptation to supply chain challenges. Similarly, the United States and Germany saw increases of USD 404,291,000,000 (18.8%) and USD 309,978,411,583.63 (20.1%), respectively, driven by technological exports and automotive industry demand.

Conversely, some countries faced declines, with Puerto Rico and Egypt experiencing decreases of USD 4,328,200,000 (-7.0%) and USD 3,022,515,543.08 (-6.3%). These reductions were influenced by local economic challenges and disruptions in specific sectors.

The Lower End of the Export Spectrum

At the lower end of the export spectrum, countries like Kiribati and Palau reported minimal export values of USD 10,754,926.79 and USD 15,533,028.60, respectively. These nations often face geographical and economic constraints, such as limited natural resources and smaller domestic markets, which hinder their export capacities. Additionally, their economic structures are typically more reliant on tourism and aid than on export-driven growth.

While these countries may not be major players in global exports, they highlight the diversity of economic scales and the varying impacts of globalization on different regions.

In conclusion, the landscape of the Top Exporting Countries in 2021 reflects a complex interplay of economic strength, strategic policy, and geographical advantages. Understanding these dynamics provides valuable insights into the mechanisms that drive global trade and the potential shifts in future economic powerhouses.

Frequently Asked Questions About Top Exporting Countries in 2021

Which country was the top exporter in 2021?

China was the top exporter in 2021 with exports valued at 3,554,107,780,957 USD.

What was the export value of the lowest exporting country in 2021?

Kiribati had the lowest export value in 2021, with exports totaling 10,754,927 USD.

What was the average export value for countries in 2021?

The average export value for countries in 2021 was 151,630,130,890 USD.

How many countries are included in the dataset for 2021?

The dataset includes 181 countries for the year 2021.

What is the median export value among the countries in 2021?

The median export value among the countries in 2021 was 14,381,862,480 USD.

Which countries were in the top 3 exporters in 2021?

The top 3 exporting countries in 2021 were China, the United States, and Germany.

Insights by country

1

Libya

In 2021, Libya ranked #69 globally in Top Exporting Countries with a value of 32,419,787,680.6016 USD. This figure is notably lower than the leading exporter, China, which underscores Libya's position in the global market. The primary driver of Libya's export economy is its vast oil reserves, which account for a significant portion of its export revenue, despite ongoing political instability affecting production levels.

2

Montenegro

In 2021, Montenegro ranked #140 globally for Top Exporting Countries, with exports valued at 2,511,149,463.4938 USD. This figure is significantly lower than many of its regional neighbors, reflecting the country's smaller economy and export capacity. Key drivers of Montenegro's export performance include its reliance on tourism and the export of natural resources, such as aluminum and fish, which play a crucial role in its economic landscape.

3

Micronesia (Fed. States of)

In 2021, Micronesia (Fed. States of) ranked #176 in Top Exporting Countries with a total export value of 79,000,000 USD. This figure places Micronesia near the bottom of the global rankings, reflecting its limited export capacity compared to regional neighbors like Palau, which has a more diversified economy. The country's exports are primarily driven by fishing and agricultural products, influenced by its geographic location in the Pacific and reliance on subsistence agriculture.

4

Thailand

In 2021, Thailand ranked #26 globally in Top Exporting Countries, with exports valued at 296424506130.06 USD. This places Thailand ahead of many neighboring countries, reflecting its significant role in the Southeast Asian economy. The nation's robust export performance is driven by its diverse manufacturing sector, particularly in electronics, automotive, and agricultural products, along with strategic trade agreements that enhance its market access.

5

Luxembourg

In 2021, Luxembourg ranked #35 among Top Exporting Countries with exports valued at 186265544320.237 USD. This figure places Luxembourg below its neighbor Belgium, which is known for its larger industrial base and export volume. Key drivers of Luxembourg's export performance include its strategic location in Europe, a highly developed financial sector, and a strong focus on high-value goods, particularly in the technology and financial services sectors.

6

Kenya

In 2021, Kenya ranked #91 among the Top Exporting Countries, with exports valued at 14,381,862,480.2642 USD. This figure is significantly lower than that of regional leaders like South Africa, which showcases a more diversified export base.

Key drivers of Kenya's export performance include its strategic geographic location as a gateway to East Africa and the prominence of agricultural exports, particularly tea and horticultural products. Furthermore, ongoing investments in infrastructure and trade agreements are aimed at enhancing Kenya's export capacity.

7

Gambia

In 2021, Gambia ranked #171 globally in Top Exporting Countries with a total export value of 133283633.187106 USD. This figure places Gambia significantly lower than its regional neighbors, reflecting challenges in trade competitiveness. Key drivers of this low ranking include the country's limited industrial base and reliance on agriculture, particularly groundnuts, which dominate its export landscape.

8

Oman

In 2021, Oman ranked #62 among the top exporting countries, with a total export value of 46,569,570,871.2614 USD. This figure is notable within the Gulf region, where countries like Saudi Arabia and the UAE typically dominate export rankings. Oman's economy is heavily reliant on oil exports, which constitute a significant portion of its total trade, while ongoing efforts to diversify its economy aim to enhance its non-oil sectors.

9

Armenia

In 2021, Armenia ranked #124 among the Top Exporting Countries with a total export value of 4,950,452,984.49689 USD. This figure is significantly lower than many of its regional neighbors, reflecting the challenges faced by its economy. Key drivers of Armenia's export landscape include its limited natural resources and reliance on sectors like mining and agriculture, alongside ongoing geopolitical tensions that impact trade relationships.

10

Marshall Islands

In 2021, the Marshall Islands ranked #173 with a total of 120116615.29541 USD in Top Exporting Countries. This figure places the Marshall Islands significantly lower than many of its Pacific neighbors, reflecting the challenges faced by small island economies. The country's exports are primarily driven by fishing and agriculture, with limited diversification due to its geographic isolation and small population.

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