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Chinese robot exports: Europe takes more than half, cleaning accounts for 70%
According to Chinese customs data compiled by the specialist outlet 機器人前瞻 and relayed by 36Kr Japan, cleaning robots are driving China's exports, while surgical robots are growing sharply.
From January to August 2026, China exported robots to 171 countries and territories. The total covers 13 customs statistical categories, according to 機器人前瞻.
Cleaning robots alone account for about 70% of the value exported.
Europe receives more than half of the exports, ahead of Asia and the Americas. Germany is the top destination.
36Kr Japan cautions that the total cannot be compared with last year's: the statistics cover 13 categories, against 10 the year before, after customs codes were created specifically for cleaning and bionic robots.
Source
- 36Kr Japan · 36kr.jp
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