Car bodies (including cabs) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $181.1 million of car bodies (including cabs) in 2024 (8.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 107 countries for exports of this product. That is 6% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 22% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $1.07 billion.
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 | $181.1M | 8.5K t |
| 2023 | $193.5M | 12.4K t |
| 2022 | $145.7M | 7.7K t |
| 2021 | $236.5M | 22.3K t |
| 2020 | $630.8M | 129.5K t |
| 2019 | $712.9M | 42.9K t |
| 2018 | $1.07B | 80.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.07B | 92.1K t |
Where the United States exports car bodies (including cabs) to
Most of it went to Saudi Arabia (39%), India (15%), Thailand (8%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+180% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $70.9M | 39% |
| India | $28.0M | 15% |
| Thailand | $15.2M | 8.4% |
| Egypt | $14.2M | 7.8% |
| Brazil | $12.6M | 7% |
| Malaysia | $8.6M | 4.7% |
| Canada | $6.8M | 3.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $6.0M | 3.3% |
| Germany | $3.3M | 1.9% |
| Vietnam | $2.6M | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.19 per kg, 139% above the world average of $8.88. 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.
Car bodies (including cabs) imports to the United States
The United States imported $51.6 million of car bodies (including cabs) in 2024 (4.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Italy (29%), South Africa (19%), United Kingdom (13%). Among the main suppliers, Australia grew fastest (+409% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $15.0M | 29% |
| South Africa | $9.7M | 19% |
| United Kingdom | $6.9M | 13% |
| Czech Republic | $4.9M | 9.5% |
| Japan | $3.9M | 7.5% |
| Germany | $2.8M | 5.4% |
| Mexico | $1.3M | 2.5% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 2.4% |
| Sweden | $1.2M | 2.4% |
| Australia | $872K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States car bodies (including cabs) exports (HS 8707.10): 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 8707.10: Vehicles: bodies (including cabs) for the motor vehicles of heading no. 8703.
Common questions
What is the value of car bodies (including cabs) exported by the United States?
The United States exported car bodies (including cabs) worth $181.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 107 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries buy car bodies (including cabs) from the United States?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 39% of the value ($70.9 million), followed by India (15%) and Thailand (8%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 98 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 184% on the year.
What is the average export price of car bodies (including cabs) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $21.19 per kg in 2024, 139% above the world average of $8.88 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of car bodies (including cabs) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.07 billion in 2017 to $181.1 million in 2024, a fall of 83%. The peak was 2018 at $1.07 billion. Over 8 years the average was $530.8 million a year.
Does the United States also import car bodies (including cabs)?
Yes. The United States imported $51.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, South Africa and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $129.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for car bodies (including cabs)?
The HS code for car bodies (including cabs) is subheading 8707.10. 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 8707 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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