Blow lamps imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $29.5 million of blow lamps in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 192 countries. That is 5% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $38.0 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 | $29.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $28.1M | 925 t |
| 2022 | $36.2M | 883 t |
| 2021 | $38.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $32.8M | 839 t |
| 2019 | $32.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $32.4M | 812 t |
| 2017 | $27.9M | 1.0K t |
Where the United States imports blow lamps from
Taiwan alone supplied 63% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $18.7M | 63% |
| China | $7.5M | 25% |
| Estonia | $1.6M | 5.5% |
| Japan | $439K | 1.5% |
| Ireland | $328K | 1.1% |
| Philippines | $317K | 1.1% |
| Canada | $129K | 0.4% |
| France | $110K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $64K | 0.2% |
| India | $59K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $26.13 per kg, 23% above the world average of $21.31. 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.
Blow lamps exports from the United States
The United States exported $5.0 million of blow lamps in 2024 (227 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 96 countries. Canada alone took 65% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $3.3M | 65% |
| United Kingdom | $439K | 8.8% |
| Australia | $170K | 3.4% |
| China | $163K | 3.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $87K | 1.7% |
| Norway | $86K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $75K | 1.5% |
| South Africa | $52K | 1% |
| Mexico | $49K | 1% |
| Bahamas | $48K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States blow lamps imports (HS 8205.60): 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 8205.60: Tools, hand: blow lamps.
Common questions
What is the value of blow lamps imported by the United States?
The United States imported blow lamps worth $29.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 192 countries worldwide, with 19% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply blow lamps to the United States?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 63% of the value ($18.7 million), followed by China (25%) and Estonia (6%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 674% on the year.
What is the average import price of blow lamps per kg?
The average declared import value was about $26.13 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $21.31 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of blow lamps to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $27.9 million in 2017 to $29.5 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2021 at $38.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $32.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export blow lamps?
Yes. The United States exported $5.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the United Kingdom and Australia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $24.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for blow lamps?
The HS code for blow lamps is subheading 8205.60. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8205 page.
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