Bearing races and cages imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of bearing races and cages by the United States reached $498.8 million in 2024 (39.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 213 countries for imports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $629.1 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 | $498.8M | 39.6K t |
| 2023 | $506.8M | 70.9K t |
| 2022 | $616.8M | 91.2K t |
| 2021 | $606.8M | 88.7K t |
| 2020 | $413.0M | 63.2K t |
| 2019 | $581.7M | 40.6K t |
| 2018 | $629.1M | 91.6K t |
| 2017 | $570.1M | 90.9K t |
Where the United States imports bearing races and cages from
Most of the value came from Japan (29%), India (12%), South Korea (12%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $144.6M | 29% |
| India | $62.0M | 12% |
| South Korea | $59.8M | 12% |
| China | $52.2M | 11% |
| Mexico | $43.1M | 8.6% |
| Germany | $32.5M | 6.5% |
| Canada | $30.3M | 6.1% |
| Romania | $10.1M | 2% |
| France | $9.7M | 1.9% |
| Taiwan | $6.5M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.59 per kg, 59% above the world average of $7.90. 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.
Bearing races and cages exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported bearing races and cages worth $285.7 million (18.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 164 countries. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (34%), Canada (15%), China (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $98.0M | 34% |
| Canada | $43.4M | 15% |
| China | $16.4M | 5.8% |
| Brazil | $13.2M | 4.6% |
| India | $9.4M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $9.0M | 3.1% |
| France | $8.9M | 3.1% |
| Australia | $8.6M | 3% |
| Germany | $6.8M | 2.4% |
| Japan | $6.4M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States bearing races and cages imports (HS 8482.99): 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 8482.99: Bearings: parts, (other than balls, needles and rollers).
Common questions
What is the value of bearing races and cages imported by the United States?
The United States imported bearing races and cages worth $498.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 39.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 213 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply bearing races and cages to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($144.6 million), followed by India (12%) and South Korea (12%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 73 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 62% on the year.
What is the average import price of bearing races and cages per kg?
The average declared import value was about $12.59 per kg in 2024, 59% above the world average of $7.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of bearing races and cages to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $570.1 million in 2017 to $498.8 million in 2024, a fall of 13%. The peak was 2018 at $629.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $552.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export bearing races and cages?
Yes. The United States exported $285.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $213.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for bearing races and cages?
The HS code for bearing races and cages is subheading 8482.99. 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 8482 page.
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