China: China's 3D printer exports surge in Jan-April period.

Storyline China's 3D printer exports surge in Jan-April period New data from China's General Administration of Customs shows that the country's exports of 3D printers rose significantly in the first quarter of the year. According to the information, China exported 2.4 million 3D printers valued at around 900 million U.S. dollars, a more than 100 percent increase compared to the same period last year. On the floor of a 3D printer manufacturer in southern China's Shenzhen, 3D printers are being packaged for Europe, North America, Latin America, and beyond. Staff say export orders now account for a major share of their business. Shi Di, product consultant, Shenzhen Tuozhu Technology Co., Ltd.: "Last year, income from overseas made up 70 percent of our total, led by demand from Europe and America. Meanwhile, Latin America and Asia-Pacific are becoming emerging markets for us." The president of the Shenzhen 3D Printing Association says Chinese printers are technically superior and priced lower than competitors. Li Yin, executive president, Shenzhen 3D Printing Association: "It's about our quick response, our product performance, and our prices. Leading Shenzhen 3D printer companies are leveraging international platforms, building their own communities, and responding to customized needs from clients worldwide." Statistics show that Shenzhen's 3D printer exports topped 728 million U.S. dollars in the first four months of 2026, up more than 128 percent year on year. [Restrictions: No access Chinese mainland]