Binocular and telescope parts exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of binocular and telescope parts by the United States reached $48.2 million in 2024 (57 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 98 countries for exports of this product. That is 43% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $48.2M | 57 t |
| 2023 | $33.7M | 73 t |
| 2022 | $35.7M | 108 t |
| 2021 | $33.9M | 158 t |
| 2020 | $25.4M | 127 t |
| 2019 | $30.7M | 114 t |
| 2018 | $25.1M | 118 t |
| 2017 | $22.6M | 99 t |
Where the United States exports binocular and telescope parts to
The largest buyer markets were Israel (26%), Australia (18%), Canada (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Israel grew fastest (+835% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $12.7M | 26% |
| Australia | $8.8M | 18% |
| Canada | $3.8M | 7.9% |
| Japan | $2.3M | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $1.6M | 3.3% |
| Colombia | $1.5M | 3.2% |
| Lithuania | $1.3M | 2.8% |
| Netherlands | $1.2M | 2.5% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 2.3% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 2.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $850.02 per kg, 643% above the world average of $114.48. 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.
Binocular and telescope parts imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported binocular and telescope parts worth $41.7 million (638 tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 159 countries. Most of the value came from China (25%), Greece (20%), Austria (15%). Among the main suppliers, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.2M | 25% |
| Greece | $8.5M | 20% |
| Austria | $6.1M | 15% |
| Hong Kong | $4.4M | 11% |
| Italy | $2.0M | 4.8% |
| Taiwan | $1.3M | 3.2% |
| Israel | $1.2M | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.2M | 2.9% |
| Japan | $983K | 2.4% |
| Malaysia | $783K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States binocular and telescope parts exports (HS 9005.90): 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 9005.90: Binoculars, monoculars, other optical telescopes, astronomical instruments (excluding those of radio-astronomy): parts and accessories (including mountings).
Common questions
What is the value of binocular and telescope parts exported by the United States?
The United States exported binocular and telescope parts worth $48.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 57 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 98 countries worldwide, with 16% of world exports. The value was up 43% on 2023.
Which countries buy binocular and telescope parts from the United States?
Israel was the largest buyer with 26% of the value ($12.7 million), followed by Australia (18%) and Canada (8%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 105 buyer countries in total. Israel grew fastest among the top ten, up 835% on the year.
What is the average export price of binocular and telescope parts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $850.02 per kg in 2024, 643% above the world average of $114.48 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of binocular and telescope parts from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $22.6 million in 2017 to $48.2 million in 2024, an increase of 113%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $31.9 million a year.
Does the United States also import binocular and telescope parts?
Yes. The United States imported $41.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Greece and Austria. That compares with exports of $48.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for binocular and telescope parts?
The HS code for binocular and telescope parts is subheading 9005.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9005 page.
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