Battery parts and separators imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $2.47 billion of battery parts and separators in 2024 (174.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 216 countries for imports of this product. That is 113% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 33% a year on average.
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 | $2.47B | 174.4K t |
| 2023 | $1.16B | 112.4K t |
| 2022 | $1.42B | 102.9K t |
| 2021 | $876.9M | 122.0K t |
| 2020 | $553.4M | 66.1K t |
| 2019 | $691.6M | 52.8K t |
| 2018 | $640.6M | 56.4K t |
| 2017 | $339.9M | 37.3K t |
Where the United States imports battery parts and separators from
Most of the value came from China (49%), Mexico (9%), Malaysia (6%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.21B | 49% |
| Mexico | $214.4M | 8.7% |
| Malaysia | $159.7M | 6.5% |
| Poland | $152.4M | 6.2% |
| South Korea | $143.7M | 5.8% |
| Canada | $135.3M | 5.5% |
| Hungary | $127.6M | 5.2% |
| Japan | $79.2M | 3.2% |
| Vietnam | $63.3M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $58.4M | 2.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $14.17 per kg, 28% above the world average of $11.07. 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.
Battery parts and separators exports from the United States
The United States exported $321.1 million of battery parts and separators in 2024 (35.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 134 countries for exports of this product. Mexico alone took 56% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+241% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $180.1M | 56% |
| Canada | $48.6M | 15% |
| Germany | $12.8M | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $12.0M | 3.7% |
| China | $9.5M | 3% |
| Colombia | $8.1M | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $5.4M | 1.7% |
| South Korea | $4.7M | 1.5% |
| Brazil | $4.6M | 1.4% |
| Japan | $3.6M | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States battery parts and separators imports (HS 8507.90): 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 8507.90: Electric accumulators: parts n.e.c. in heading no. 8507.
Common questions
What is the value of battery parts and separators imported by the United States?
The United States imported battery parts and separators worth $2.47 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 174.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 216 countries worldwide, with 32% of world imports. The value was up 113% on 2023.
Which countries supply battery parts and separators to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($1.21 billion), followed by Mexico (9%) and Malaysia (6%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 478% on the year.
What is the average import price of battery parts and separators per kg?
The average declared import value was about $14.17 per kg in 2024, 28% above the world average of $11.07 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of battery parts and separators to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $339.9 million in 2017 to $2.47 billion in 2024, an increase of 627%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.02 billion a year.
Does the United States also export battery parts and separators?
Yes. The United States exported $321.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $2.15 billion a year.
What is the HS code for battery parts and separators?
The HS code for battery parts and separators is subheading 8507.90. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8507 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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