Bicycle brakes imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported bicycle brakes worth $41.3 million (785 tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 193 countries. That is 3% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $97.5 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 | $41.3M | 785 t |
| 2023 | $42.8M | 837 t |
| 2022 | $97.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $80.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $48.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $51.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $44.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2017 | $41.1M | 974 t |
Where the United States imports bicycle brakes from
Most of the value came from Taiwan (46%), Japan (16%), China (13%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+303% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $19.2M | 46% |
| Japan | $6.6M | 16% |
| China | $5.4M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $4.5M | 11% |
| Malaysia | $2.0M | 4.8% |
| Germany | $896K | 2.2% |
| Italy | $500K | 1.2% |
| Canada | $287K | 0.7% |
| Chile | $284K | 0.7% |
| France | $242K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $52.67 per kg, 193% above the world average of $18.00. 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.
Bicycle brakes exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported bicycle brakes worth $7.8 million (227 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Hong Kong (23%), Canada (17%), Netherlands (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+173% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong | $1.8M | 23% |
| Canada | $1.3M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $912K | 12% |
| Saudi Arabia | $787K | 10% |
| Germany | $287K | 3.7% |
| Israel | $239K | 3.1% |
| Australia | $182K | 2.3% |
| Switzerland | $171K | 2.2% |
| Japan | $159K | 2% |
| Taiwan | $144K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States bicycle brakes imports (HS 8714.94): 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 8714.94: Cycles: parts thereof, brakes, including coaster braking hubs and hub-brakes, and parts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of bicycle brakes imported by the United States?
The United States imported bicycle brakes worth $41.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 785 tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 193 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply bicycle brakes to the United States?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($19.2 million), followed by Japan (16%) and China (13%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 303% on the year.
What is the average import price of bicycle brakes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $52.67 per kg in 2024, 193% above the world average of $18.00 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of bicycle brakes to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $41.1 million in 2017 to $41.3 million in 2024, an increase of 1%. The peak was 2022 at $97.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $56.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export bicycle brakes?
Yes. The United States exported $7.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Hong Kong, Canada and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $33.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for bicycle brakes?
The HS code for bicycle brakes is subheading 8714.94. It sits in HS chapter 87 (vehicles; other than railway or tramway rolling stock, and parts and accessories thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8714 page.
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