Thermal flasks are not merely functional containers, but a comprehensive solution for healthy living, environmental responsibility, and multi-scenario applications. With technological advancements (e.g., vacuum insulation, smart interaction) and consumption upgrades, their daily utility continues to expand, positioning them as an indispensable "temperature custodian" in modern lifestyles.

China's thermal flask industry holds significant global prominence as the world's primary production and export hub. As the largest producer and exporter of stainless steel vacuum-insulated vessels, Zhejiang province serves as the core manufacturing base, accounting for 60% of domestic production and 70.52% of national exports. Products maintain competitive global reach across markets including the United States, Saudi Arabia, Japan, the Netherlands, India, Canada, Vietnam, South Korea, the Philippines, Thailand, and the UK, with particularly strong penetration in developing economies. The sector further benefits from the Belt and Road Initiative, which has expanded international market channels.

Customs data reveals an upward export trajectory for Chinese thermal flasks in 2024. Both export volume and value peaked in May at 743.556 million units and approximately $290 million respectively, marking year-on-year increases of 35.31% and 35.61% compared to 2023. Notably, the highest growth rates occurred in February, with export value surging 86.08% and volume jumping 95% year-on-year, reflecting a sharp decline during the same period in 2023.

Professional Translation:

Through 2024 export data analysis, the United States remains the top destination by export value among China’s top 10 markets. However, in terms of trade activity, markets like the U.S., the Philippines, and Germany exhibit high-frequency, small-volume transactions, while African markets such as Tanzania and Kenya demonstrate lower transaction frequency but larger procurement volumes.

Current tariff policies are expected to significantly impact U.S.-bound export values, whereas developing economies may emerge as a promising growth trajectory.

Domestically, China’s per capita ownership of thermal flasks remains below developed-country levels, with substantial growth potential in third- and fourth-tier cities and rural markets. Globally, cross-border e-commerce and overseas warehouse models are empowering enterprises to expand international market reach, with sustained export growth projected.

Overall, China’s thermal flask industry has solidified its role as a core global supply chain player, leveraging economies of scale, technological innovation, and policy support. To maintain international competitiveness and penetrate higher value-added markets, Chinese manufacturers must prioritize innovation in insulation technologies, material applications, and smart functionalities to meet evolving market demands.

Guomaotong, China’s pioneering data intelligence firm, provides customs import/export data from 2010 to present across 80+ countries, enabling granular analysis of market distribution, enterprise-level trade details (volume-price analyses, supply cycles), and actionable insights for global trade enterprises and consulting agencies.

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