Bamboo joinery imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $31.2 million of bamboo joinery in 2024 (6.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 133 countries. Value fell 18% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $191.5 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 | $31.2M | 6.2K t |
| 2023 | $38.0M | 10.2K t |
| 2022 | $48.9M | 12.2K t |
| 2021 | $55.2M | 17.2K t |
| 2020 | $56.2M | 11.1K t |
| 2019 | $94.3M | 61.4K t |
| 2018 | $191.5M | 132.3K t |
| 2017 | $72.2M | 53.2K t |
Where the United States imports bamboo joinery from
The largest suppliers were Canada (39%), China (37%), Mexico (19%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $12.1M | 39% |
| China | $11.4M | 37% |
| Mexico | $5.9M | 19% |
| Vietnam | $592K | 1.9% |
| Poland | $306K | 1% |
| Germany | $162K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $157K | 0.5% |
| Chile | $146K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $95K | 0.3% |
| Australia | $73K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.03 per kg, 214% above the world average of $1.60. 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.
Bamboo joinery exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported bamboo joinery worth $1.7 million (754 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to Israel (47%), Canada (23%), Japan (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+174% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $819K | 47% |
| Canada | $401K | 23% |
| Japan | $125K | 7.2% |
| Costa Rica | $106K | 6.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $105K | 6.1% |
| Netherlands | $51K | 2.9% |
| Vietnam | $31K | 1.8% |
| Mexico | $25K | 1.4% |
| Panama | $23K | 1.3% |
| Dominican Republic | $13K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States bamboo joinery imports (HS 4418.91): 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 4418.91: Wood: builders' joinery and carpentry of wood n.e.c. in heading no. 4418, of bamboo.
Common questions
What is the value of bamboo joinery imported by the United States?
The United States imported bamboo joinery worth $31.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 133 countries worldwide, with 30% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply bamboo joinery to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($12.1 million), followed by China (37%) and Mexico (19%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 24 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 133% on the year.
What is the average import price of bamboo joinery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.03 per kg in 2024, 214% above the world average of $1.60 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of bamboo joinery to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $72.2 million in 2017 to $31.2 million in 2024, a fall of 57%. The peak was 2018 at $191.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $73.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export bamboo joinery?
Yes. The United States exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, Canada and Japan. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $29.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for bamboo joinery?
The HS code for bamboo joinery is subheading 4418.91. It sits in HS chapter 44 (wood and articles of wood; wood charcoal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4418 page.
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