Abrasive grinding wheels imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of abrasive grinding wheels by the United States reached $254.6 million in 2024 (34.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 219 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $254.6M | 34.0K t |
| 2023 | $249.3M | 32.6K t |
| 2022 | $230.0M | 31.7K t |
| 2021 | $242.1M | 29.7K t |
| 2020 | $193.4M | 25.8K t |
| 2019 | $214.8M | 27.8K t |
| 2018 | $239.1M | 29.7K t |
| 2017 | $213.0M | 29.4K t |
Where the United States imports abrasive grinding wheels from
The largest suppliers were China (17%), Austria (14%), Germany (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 43%. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $44.4M | 18% |
| Austria | $35.6M | 14% |
| Germany | $28.8M | 11% |
| Japan | $22.9M | 9% |
| Thailand | $15.6M | 6.1% |
| Spain | $14.5M | 5.7% |
| Mexico | $12.5M | 4.9% |
| Israel | $10.3M | 4.1% |
| India | $9.6M | 3.8% |
| Italy | $8.4M | 3.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.50 per kg, 44% above the world average of $5.21. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Abrasive grinding wheels exports from the United States
Exports of abrasive grinding wheels by the United States reached $129.6 million in 2024 (10.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 162 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Mexico (30%), Canada (25%), India (7%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $38.6M | 30% |
| Canada | $32.2M | 25% |
| India | $8.9M | 6.9% |
| Germany | $8.0M | 6.2% |
| Australia | $4.7M | 3.6% |
| China | $3.6M | 2.8% |
| Japan | $2.8M | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2.5M | 1.9% |
| Switzerland | $2.2M | 1.7% |
| Poland | $1.5M | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States abrasive grinding wheels imports (HS 6804.22): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 6804.22: Millstones, grindstones, grinding wheels and the like: of other agglomerated abrasives or of ceramics.
Common questions
What is the value of abrasive grinding wheels imported by the United States?
The United States imported abrasive grinding wheels worth $254.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 34.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 219 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply abrasive grinding wheels to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 17% of the value ($44.4 million), followed by Austria (14%) and Germany (11%). The top three together account for 43%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 46% on the year.
What is the average import price of abrasive grinding wheels per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.50 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $5.21 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of abrasive grinding wheels to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $213.0 million in 2017 to $254.6 million in 2024, an increase of 20%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $229.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export abrasive grinding wheels?
Yes. The United States exported $129.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and India. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $125.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for abrasive grinding wheels?
The HS code for abrasive grinding wheels is subheading 6804.22. It sits in HS chapter 68 (stone, plaster, cement, asbestos, mica or similar materials; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 6804 page.
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