China's Cutting Tool Exports Hit RMB 26.03 Billion in 2025; Tapping Tools RMB 1.047 Billion
China's cutting tool exports reached RMB 26.03B in 2025. Tapping tools hit RMB 1.047B. Import tap prices were 8.1× export prices.
Tungsten Carbide Prices Surge ~460%; CNC Tool Brands Raise Prices 10–30%
Tungsten carbide powder has surged up to ~460% amid China export controls. CNC tool brands raised prices 10–30% and lengthened lead times.

Walter Launches TC180 & TC280 Supreme Carbide Taps with HIPIMS Coating
Walter's Fall 2025 launch adds TC180 and TC280 Supreme solid carbide taps with HIPIMS coating, plus the TD610 Supreme thread mill.
Carbide Cut Taps Market: Straight-Flute Leads, Automotive Takes 37.6%
Straight-flute carbide taps held 36.28% of the 2025 cut-tap market. Automotive drove 37.6% of demand. See the full type and application breakdown.
Thread Tool Market Shifts From Selling Tools to "Complete Machining Solutions"
The thread tool market is moving toward end-to-end machining solutions and digital tool data. Sandvik, Kennametal and OSG are leading the shift.
Global Taps & Dies Market to Reach $5.9 Billion by 2034, Asia Pacific Leads
The global taps and dies market is set to grow from $4.2B in 2025 to $5.9B by 2034. Asia Pacific holds 42.8% of revenue.
China's Cutting Tool Exports Hit RMB 26.03 Billion in 2025; Tapping Tools RMB 1.047 Billion
China's cutting tool exports reached RMB 26.03B in 2025. Tapping tools hit RMB 1.047B. Import tap prices were 8.1× export prices.
Tungsten Carbide Prices Surge ~460%; CNC Tool Brands Raise Prices 10–30%
Tungsten carbide powder has surged up to ~460% amid China export controls. CNC tool brands raised prices 10–30% and lengthened lead times.

Walter Launches TC180 & TC280 Supreme Carbide Taps with HIPIMS Coating
Walter's Fall 2025 launch adds TC180 and TC280 Supreme solid carbide taps with HIPIMS coating, plus the TD610 Supreme thread mill.
Carbide Cut Taps Market: Straight-Flute Leads, Automotive Takes 37.6%
Straight-flute carbide taps held 36.28% of the 2025 cut-tap market. Automotive drove 37.6% of demand. See the full type and application breakdown.
Thread Tool Market Shifts From Selling Tools to "Complete Machining Solutions"
The thread tool market is moving toward end-to-end machining solutions and digital tool data. Sandvik, Kennametal and OSG are leading the shift.
Global Taps & Dies Market to Reach $5.9 Billion by 2034, Asia Pacific Leads
The global taps and dies market is set to grow from $4.2B in 2025 to $5.9B by 2034. Asia Pacific holds 42.8% of revenue.
China's Cutting Tool Exports Hit RMB 26.03 Billion in 2025; Tapping Tools RMB 1.047 Billion
China's cutting tool exports reached RMB 26.03B in 2025. Tapping tools hit RMB 1.047B. Import tap prices were 8.1× export prices.
Tungsten Carbide Prices Surge ~460%; CNC Tool Brands Raise Prices 10–30%
Tungsten carbide powder has surged up to ~460% amid China export controls. CNC tool brands raised prices 10–30% and lengthened lead times.

Walter Launches TC180 & TC280 Supreme Carbide Taps with HIPIMS Coating
Walter's Fall 2025 launch adds TC180 and TC280 Supreme solid carbide taps with HIPIMS coating, plus the TD610 Supreme thread mill.
EMO Hannover 2025: Digitalization, AI and Sustainability Take Center Stage
EMO Hannover 2025 celebrated its 50th edition with a focus on digitalization, AI and sustainability. Sandvik showed smart tool holders; DMG MORI a digital twin.
REACH Cobalt Substitution Reshapes European HSS Tap Supply; TiAlN Coatings Gain
REACH-driven cobalt substitution in HSS alloys is reshaping European tap supply. TiAlN-coated taps are the fastest-growing coating category.