China’s Fastener Exports Maintain Double-Digit Growth in Jan-Apr 2026
China’s fastener export volume and value achieved steady growth in the first four months of 2026, with total export value rising 18.2% year-on-year, official customs data shows.
Affected by high tariffs on US imports, domestic fastener manufacturers accelerated market diversification to ASEAN, Middle East, Africa and Belt & Road economies. Exports to Southeast Asia and the Middle East jumped over 25% year on year, offsetting losses from the US market.
The industry structure is undergoing obvious upgrading: shipments of Grade 10.9/12.9 high-strength automotive fasteners surged 21% YoY, while low-margin standard carbon steel fasteners faced fierce price competition and shrinking profit margins. More factories are shifting focus to customized non-standard fasteners, new energy dedicated hardware and corrosion-resistant coated products like Dacromet and zinc-nickel plated bolts.