BEIJING: In the first eight months of 2025, Pakistan’s handmade cutlery and metal implements have seen a notable surge in demand from China.
Exports of tools, implements, cutlery, and similar items made of base metals amounted to $5.11 million, marking a modest increase of 2% compared to the same period last year, when exports totaled $5 million, according to the General Administration of Customs.
The biggest contributor to this growth is the export of pliers, pincers, tweezers, and similar tools, which saw a significant boost in both volume and value. In 2025, Pakistan shipped 135,191 kg of these tools, worth $2.44 million.
This represents a remarkable 30% increase from the $1.88 million worth exported in the previous year, signaling growing demand for these products in China’s expanding manufacturing and industrial sectors.
Furthermore, scissors, tailors’ shears, and similar cutting tools have been well-received, with exports reaching $1.19 million in 2025. While this figure is stable compared to last year’s performance, the consistent demand for these precision tools further illustrates the increasing popularity of Pakistani-made cutlery in China.
Experts believe the rise in exports can be attributed to the superior craftsmanship of Pakistani artisans, whose handmade products are known for their durability and quality.
As China’s appetite for premium, handmade metal products continues to grow, Pakistan’s cutlery and tools sector is expected to maintain its upward trajectory in the coming years. –Agencies
