Exports of hardware tools are showing a steady recovery.

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2021-09-28

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A portfolio of high‑tech, high‑value‑added export products—primarily comprising tool sets such as wire‑rope cutters, wire cutters, and saw frames; mechanical repair tools; telecommunications tools; and household multi‑tool sets—as well as measuring instruments like steel tape measures and levels, and fastening tools including socket wrenches and impact drivers—is gradually replacing the earlier low‑value‑added hardware tools. Among these, clamping‑and‑cutting tools and tool sets account for a significant share.

　　 The export of hardware tools is showing a steady recovery, driven primarily by the following four factors:

　　 The structure of export commodities has been further optimized, with a marked increase in the export of high-tech products.

　　A portfolio of high‑tech, high‑value‑added export products—primarily comprising tool sets such as wire‑rope cutters, wire cutters, and saw frames; mechanical repair tools; telecommunications tools; and household multi‑tool sets—as well as measuring instruments like steel tape measures and spirit levels, and fastening tools including socket wrenches and impact drivers—is gradually replacing the earlier low‑value‑added hardware tools. Among these, clamp‑and‑cut tools and tool‑set products account for a significant share.

　　 Progress has been made in the export diversification strategy.

　　While consolidating their traditional markets in Southeast Asia, the Americas, and elsewhere, distributors are actively restructuring their product portfolios, transforming buyer–seller relationships, and striving to tap into new markets in Africa, Europe, and beyond.

　　 The strength of hardware tool exporters continues to grow.

　　Large-scale operators and reputable businesses are both making steady progress in product exports, with the export growth of their hardware tools far outpacing that of ordinary traders.

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