Automatic control systems imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $4.54 billion of automatic control systems in 2024 (36.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 222 countries for imports of this product. That is 5% more than in 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 | $4.54B | 36.7K t |
| 2023 | $4.31B | 33.4K t |
| 2022 | $4.33B | 34.4K t |
| 2021 | $4.02B | 31.6K t |
| 2020 | $3.02B | 31.6K t |
| 2019 | $3.27B | 46.9K t |
| 2018 | $3.42B | 28.2K t |
| 2017 | $3.54B | 31.3K t |
Where the United States imports automatic control systems from
Most of the value came from Mexico (35%), Japan (17%), Canada (10%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $1.59B | 35% |
| Japan | $754.4M | 17% |
| Canada | $469.4M | 10% |
| Germany | $287.2M | 6.3% |
| China | $279.6M | 6.2% |
| United Kingdom | $183.8M | 4.1% |
| South Korea | $149.9M | 3.3% |
| France | $122.3M | 2.7% |
| Singapore | $79.1M | 1.7% |
| Thailand | $71.8M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $123.48 per kg, 61% above the world average of $76.79. 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.
Automatic control systems exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported automatic control systems worth $2.97 billion (18.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 204 countries. Most of it went to Mexico (14%), Canada (13%), Brazil (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $409.8M | 14% |
| Canada | $373.0M | 13% |
| Brazil | $294.3M | 9.9% |
| Germany | $263.0M | 8.8% |
| United Kingdom | $162.9M | 5.5% |
| China | $160.3M | 5.4% |
| Singapore | $157.3M | 5.3% |
| France | $96.8M | 3.3% |
| Japan | $96.4M | 3.2% |
| Australia | $93.9M | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States automatic control systems imports (HS 9032.89): 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 9032.89: Regulating or controlling instruments and apparatus: automatic, other than hydraulic or pneumatic.
Common questions
What is the value of automatic control systems imported by the United States?
The United States imported automatic control systems worth $4.54 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 36.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 222 countries worldwide, with 19% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply automatic control systems to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($1.59 billion), followed by Japan (17%) and Canada (10%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 118 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 285% on the year.
What is the average import price of automatic control systems per kg?
The average declared import value was about $123.48 per kg in 2024, 61% above the world average of $76.79 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of automatic control systems to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.54 billion in 2017 to $4.54 billion in 2024, an increase of 28%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $3.80 billion a year.
Does the United States also export automatic control systems?
Yes. The United States exported $2.97 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Brazil. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $1.56 billion a year.
What is the HS code for automatic control systems?
The HS code for automatic control systems is subheading 9032.89. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9032 page.
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