Binoculars imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $222.9 million of binoculars in 2024 (4.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 204 countries. That is 25% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $222.9M | 4.2K t |
| 2023 | $178.8M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $237.7M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $231.8M | 4.7K t |
| 2020 | $146.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $170.6M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $164.8M | 4.0K t |
| 2017 | $141.8M | 3.9K t |
Where the United States imports binoculars from
China alone supplied 59% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+50% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $131.7M | 59% |
| Austria | $25.2M | 11% |
| Japan | $15.2M | 6.8% |
| Germany | $12.5M | 5.6% |
| Lithuania | $9.7M | 4.3% |
| Greece | $4.8M | 2.2% |
| Portugal | $4.3M | 1.9% |
| Philippines | $4.0M | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $3.4M | 1.5% |
| Taiwan | $2.2M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $53.61 per kg, 26% below the world average of $72.70, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Binoculars exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported binoculars worth $68.4 million (183 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 127 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Israel (35%), United Arab Emirates (7%), Ukraine (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $24.3M | 36% |
| United Arab Emirates | $4.7M | 6.9% |
| Ukraine | $4.1M | 6% |
| Canada | $3.6M | 5.3% |
| Germany | $3.2M | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $2.7M | 4% |
| Australia | $2.5M | 3.7% |
| Indonesia | $2.5M | 3.7% |
| Jordan | $2.1M | 3.1% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States binoculars imports (HS 9005.10): 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 9005.10: Binoculars.
Common questions
What is the value of binoculars imported by the United States?
The United States imported binoculars worth $222.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 204 countries worldwide, with 26% of world imports. The value was up 25% on 2023.
Which countries supply binoculars to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 59% of the value ($131.7 million), followed by Austria (11%) and Japan (7%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 786% on the year.
What is the average import price of binoculars per kg?
The average declared import value was about $53.61 per kg in 2024, 26% below the world average of $72.70 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of binoculars to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $141.8 million in 2017 to $222.9 million in 2024, an increase of 57%. The peak was 2022 at $237.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $186.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export binoculars?
Yes. The United States exported $68.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Israel, the United Arab Emirates and Ukraine. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $154.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for binoculars?
The HS code for binoculars is subheading 9005.10. 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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