Automatic industrial sewing machines imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $70.2 million of automatic industrial sewing machines in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 187 countries for imports of this product. That is 7% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $106.5 million.
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 | $70.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $75.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $104.2M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $94.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $67.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $106.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $96.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $100.9M | 2.5K t |
Where the United States imports automatic industrial sewing machines from
Most of the value came from Japan (22%), China (21%), Vietnam (12%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+212% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $15.2M | 22% |
| China | $15.0M | 21% |
| Vietnam | $8.4M | 12% |
| Taiwan | $7.9M | 11% |
| Germany | $7.6M | 11% |
| Thailand | $5.5M | 7.8% |
| Italy | $2.9M | 4.1% |
| Switzerland | $2.5M | 3.5% |
| Czech Republic | $933K | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $900K | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.87 per kg, 209% above the world average of $11.28. 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 industrial sewing machines exports from the United States
The United States exported $21.1 million of automatic industrial sewing machines in 2024 (290 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 112 countries for exports of this product. One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 72% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $15.1M | 72% |
| Canada | $950K | 4.5% |
| Panama | $325K | 1.5% |
| Colombia | $321K | 1.5% |
| Singapore | $316K | 1.5% |
| Brazil | $296K | 1.4% |
| China | $293K | 1.4% |
| Honduras | $292K | 1.4% |
| Japan | $287K | 1.4% |
| Uruguay | $270K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States automatic industrial sewing machines imports (HS 8452.21): 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 8452.21: Sewing machines: (not household type), automatic units.
Common questions
What is the value of automatic industrial sewing machines imported by the United States?
The United States imported automatic industrial sewing machines worth $70.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 187 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply automatic industrial sewing machines to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($15.2 million), followed by China (21%) and Vietnam (12%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 212% on the year.
What is the average import price of automatic industrial sewing machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $34.87 per kg in 2024, 209% above the world average of $11.28 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of automatic industrial sewing machines to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $100.9 million in 2017 to $70.2 million in 2024, a fall of 30%. The peak was 2019 at $106.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $89.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export automatic industrial sewing machines?
Yes. The United States exported $21.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Panama. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $49.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for automatic industrial sewing machines?
The HS code for automatic industrial sewing machines is subheading 8452.21. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8452 page.
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