Cellular rubber (blocks) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $20.2 million of cellular rubber (blocks) in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 198 countries for imports of this product. That is 16% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2017, at $28.7 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 | $20.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $17.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2022 | $15.9M | 1.4K t |
| 2021 | $26.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $21.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $21.4M | 2.8K t |
| 2018 | $27.4M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $28.7M | 3.4K t |
Where the United States imports cellular rubber (blocks) from
The largest suppliers were China (23%), South Korea (9%), Netherlands (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 42%. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+243% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.7M | 23% |
| South Korea | $1.9M | 9.4% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 9.3% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 7.2% |
| Canada | $1.4M | 7.1% |
| Sweden | $1.4M | 6.8% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 5.8% |
| Japan | $993K | 4.9% |
| Mexico | $927K | 4.6% |
| United Kingdom | $557K | 2.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.51 per kg, 41% above the world average of $6.75. 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.
Cellular rubber (blocks) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported cellular rubber (blocks) worth $14.5 million (1.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 108 countries. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (35%), Canada (17%), France (7%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest (+266% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $5.0M | 35% |
| Canada | $2.5M | 17% |
| France | $953K | 6.6% |
| Australia | $674K | 4.7% |
| Turkey | $467K | 3.2% |
| Japan | $412K | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $327K | 2.3% |
| Brazil | $305K | 2.1% |
| India | $268K | 1.8% |
| Dominican Republic | $258K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States cellular rubber (blocks) imports (HS 4008.19): 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 4008.19: Rubber: vulcanised (other than hard rubber), cellular rubber, (other than in plates, sheets or strip).
Common questions
What is the value of cellular rubber (blocks) imported by the United States?
The United States imported cellular rubber (blocks) worth $20.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 198 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply cellular rubber (blocks) to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 23% of the value ($4.7 million), followed by South Korea (9%) and the Netherlands (9%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 57 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 243% on the year.
What is the average import price of cellular rubber (blocks) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.51 per kg in 2024, 41% above the world average of $6.75 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cellular rubber (blocks) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $28.7 million in 2017 to $20.2 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2017 at $28.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $22.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export cellular rubber (blocks)?
Yes. The United States exported $14.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and France. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $5.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for cellular rubber (blocks)?
The HS code for cellular rubber (blocks) is subheading 4008.19. It sits in HS chapter 40 (rubber and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 4008 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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