Body parts and accessories imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported body parts and accessories worth $21.08 billion (1.56 million tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 223 countries. That is 3% 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 | $21.08B | 1.56M t |
| 2023 | $20.45B | 1.48M t |
| 2022 | $18.99B | 1.46M t |
| 2021 | $16.22B | 1.30M t |
| 2020 | $12.87B | 1.01M t |
| 2019 | $14.69B | 1.24M t |
| 2018 | $14.92B | 1.21M t |
| 2017 | $13.39B | 1.17M t |
Where the United States imports body parts and accessories from
The largest suppliers were Mexico (42%), Canada (24%), China (10%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $8.79B | 42% |
| Canada | $4.95B | 24% |
| China | $2.10B | 10% |
| South Korea | $1.63B | 7.8% |
| Germany | $761.7M | 3.6% |
| Japan | $706.7M | 3.4% |
| Taiwan | $621.8M | 3% |
| Vietnam | $221.8M | 1.1% |
| Turkey | $161.1M | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $156.4M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.55 per kg, 45% above the world average of $9.33. 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.
Body parts and accessories exports from the United States
The United States exported $8.14 billion of body parts and accessories in 2024 (560.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 220 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Canada (42%), Mexico (40%), China (4%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $3.44B | 42% |
| Mexico | $3.29B | 41% |
| China | $331.3M | 4.1% |
| Germany | $226.9M | 2.8% |
| Australia | $114.4M | 1.4% |
| India | $112.3M | 1.4% |
| Japan | $76.8M | 0.9% |
| Thailand | $42.7M | 0.5% |
| Brazil | $37.2M | 0.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $34.7M | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States body parts and accessories imports (HS 8708.29): 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 8708.29: Vehicles: parts and accessories, of bodies, other than safety seat belts.
Common questions
What is the value of body parts and accessories imported by the United States?
The United States imported body parts and accessories worth $21.08 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.56 million tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 223 countries worldwide, with 25% of world imports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries supply body parts and accessories to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($8.79 billion), followed by Canada (24%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 99 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 25% on the year.
What is the average import price of body parts and accessories per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.55 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $9.33 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of body parts and accessories to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.39 billion in 2017 to $21.08 billion in 2024, an increase of 57%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $16.58 billion a year.
Does the United States also export body parts and accessories?
Yes. The United States exported $8.14 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $12.93 billion a year.
What is the HS code for body parts and accessories?
The HS code for body parts and accessories is subheading 8708.29. 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 8708 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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