France exports: CJ electrical and household gear
France exports: CJ electrical and household gear stood at 2,754 EUR million in Aug 2026, according to INSEE – Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques (BDM). It is one of the indicators in the Trade balance and trade by product table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 2016 to Aug 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Trade balance and trade by product table
| Indicator | 08-2026 | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exports by product | |||||||||||
| CJ - Electrical and household equipment | 2,754 | 2,715 | 2,680 | 2,650 | 2,882 | 2,622 | 2,558 | 2,594 | 2,612 | 2,516 | |
| CK - Industrial and agricultural machinery, miscellaneous machinery | 4,020 | 3,987 | 4,029 | 4,004 | 4,119 | 3,988 | 3,978 | 3,949 | 4,029 | 3,978 |
Understanding france exports: CJ electrical and household gear
Consumer-grade electrical appliances, household equipment, and lighting devices dispatched to international markets are captured in this trade category. Included items range from large white goods to smaller domestic electrical conveniences and specialized lighting fixtures. This classification stands apart from industrial electrical machinery or precision electronics by focusing strictly on equipment designed for household and domestic utility.
Evaluating these monthly flows involves tracking consumer confidence indices and housing market completions in destination countries, which directly influence retail appliance demand. Seasonal adjustment factors account for holiday shopping surges and end-of-year inventory clearance patterns. Analysts must compare these figures with retail trade metrics to verify whether export shifts reflect true consumer demand or distributor stock adjustments.
Frequently asked questions
- Does this category include industrial electrical power generators?
- No, heavy electrical machinery and power equipment are classified under industrial machinery headings.
- How do seasonal buying patterns affect household equipment exports?
- Dispatches often peak ahead of major holiday retail periods and seasonal housing move dates.
- Are electronic entertainment devices included here?
- Consumer electronics and computers are tracked under a separate high-tech optical and electronic classification.