1. Overseas industrial trends

The global machinery and computer equipment market is growing, driven by automation, digitalization, and increasing demand for industrial robots. Limited global facility investment, price pressures, and supply chain bottlenecks are emerging as key risks. In particular, South Korea's machinery exports have recently accounted for an average of approximately 11.8% of global exports. (Asian Exim Banks)

 

2. Major export items (based on intermediate classification HS)

South Korea's exports are a mix of machinery and computer and IT equipment, with precision machinery, industrial equipment, servers, and computer parts being particularly key.

division

HS code examples

Representative items

Strategy Points

Industrial equipment and heavy industry machineryHS84.71~84.79Press machines, packaging machines, CNC equipmentPrice resistance↑ · Demand for customization
Computers and PeripheralsHS84.71(partial)/HS85.xServer, storage, and computing modulesExpanding ICT-focused exports
Automation and robotics machinesHS84.78~84.79industrial robots, automated linesLinked to smart factory demand
Semiconductor and computer equipment partsHS84.71, HS84.73Semiconductor manufacturing equipment, PCB testingHigh added value and technological barriers
3. Major exporting countries (size and characteristics by country)

Exports of machinery and computers are driven by high demand for environmental equipment in North America, Asia, and Europe, and Korea's exports to manufacturing hubs centered around ASEAN are also increasing.

Country/Region

Representative export products

Market characteristics

Implications

USAServer and semiconductor manufacturing equipmentHigh technology and security regulationsHigh-reliability, customized response required
China/Hong KongIndustrial equipment and computer auxiliary equipmentConverting our own facilitiesPrice and cost competitiveness are important
Vietnam and ASEANAutomation machinery and computer partsExpanding production hubStrength in connecting Korean Wave components and services
europeRobotics and industrial automationRegulatory and certification complexObtaining CE and ISO certification is important.
japanPrecision machinery and manufacturing equipmentDemand for high value-added and special equipmentOpportunities for technological cooperation
4. Production volume / exportable volume

It is more appropriate to consider machinery exports in terms of equipment or units rather than in bulk , and the exportable quantity takes into account factors such as production capacity, customization rate, and customer delivery time.

Item

Domestic production capacity (annual estimate)

Exportable volume ratio

unit

note

Industrial equipment and machineryAbout 12,000 unitsAbout 55%bigHigh proportion of local installation and service
Server/Computer EquipmentAbout 3,500 unitsAbout 65%bigICT demand linkage
automated robot machinesAbout 4,200 unitsAbout 60%bigLinked with expansion of smart factories
5. Quality standards

For machinery and computers, equipment stability, precision, and environmental durability are important evaluation criteria, and compliance with global standards is essential for export.

field

Main specifications

note

Industrial machinery safetyISO 12100, ISO 13849Based on CE/UL certification
Electrical and computer equipmentIEC 61000-6-4, FCC Part 15Electromagnetic wave/EMI response
Robotics and AutomationISO 10218, ISO/TS 15066New standards for collaborative robots, etc.
ICT equipmentISO/IEC 27001, ISO 9001Security, quality, and certification complex
6. Authentication

Securing certification when entering the market is a key factor in reducing the risk of delays, returns, and recalls. For machinery, certification for installation and operation of equipment is often required.

divisionCertification nameApplicable area
Equipment Safety/EMCCE-LVD/EMC, UL 508AEU/North America
Industrial machinery qualityISO 9001, ISO 14001Global
Security/IT equipmentISO/IEC 27001, IEC 62443ICT-linked equipment
Environment and Energy EfficiencyEnergy Star, IEС 62097EU/North America centered
7. Logistics conditions

Equipment is often large and heavy, requiring transportation, and logistics configurations that include installation and local support requirements are important.

Product group

means of transportation

Average lead time

Caution Risk

Large equipment machineryOcean (LCL/FCL) + Inland Transportation30~60 daysCustoms clearance delays and local installation
ICT equipment and computersAir+sea mixed10~25 daysESD, shock, moisture
automated robotsSpecial packaging + air/sea15~35 daysInstallation and operation delays
8. Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ)

Due to the nature of the equipment type, MOQs are high, and it is important to clearly understand the transaction structure and conversion units.

Product group

MOQ

unit

characteristic

Industrial equipment and machinery1 or more or 1 setbigIncludes custom equipment
Server/Computer1 Rack or 1 PalletsetIncluding service linkage
automated robots1 to 1 linebigInstallation/Project Unit
9. Data Deepening

We provide in-depth indicators such as unit price, seasonality, tariff risk, and ESG to assist in strategic decision-making.

cord

item

example

conjugation

(A)Unit price/transaction price rangeIndustrial equipment averages USD 120,000 to 250,000Project Profitability Analysis
(B)Seasonal patternsPeak facility investment in Q1-Q2Production and delivery plan
(C)Tariff and non-tariff risksThe risk of US equipment tariffs exists.Market diversification is needed
(D)Domestic alternative industry dataApproximately 40% of domestic facilitiesJudging export capacity
(E)ESG·Net ZeroIncreased conversion rate of smart factory equipmentEco-friendly machine differentiation
(F)Country-specific risk indexUS/China market risk 0.28Market selection basis
(G)List of major buyersGlobal manufacturers/OEMsSales strategy materials
10. Export Forecast Loop

We forecast export trends for the next three months, influenced by recent global investment, equipment demand, and exchange rates.

segment

ΔExport(%)

ΔPrice(%)

ΔCountryShare(pp)

TrustIndex(0–1)

3M Forecast

Industrial equipment and machinery+0.9%-0.2%+0.1pp0.70Automation demand continues to grow moderately despite investment delays.
Server/Computer-1.5%-0.8%−0.2pp0.65Impact of price pressure and purchase delays in the ICT sector
automated robots+2.4%+0.4%+0.2pp0.78Expected benefits from expanding smart factories