Chain part imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $65.8 million of chain part in 2024 (7.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 192 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $90.2 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 | $65.8M | 7.0K t |
| 2023 | $66.6M | 11.6K t |
| 2022 | $90.2M | 10.7K t |
| 2021 | $65.6M | 12.0K t |
| 2020 | $48.0M | 9.6K t |
| 2019 | $66.5M | 11.3K t |
| 2018 | $65.5M | 12.8K t |
| 2017 | $54.8M | 11.7K t |
Where the United States imports chain part from
Most of the value came from China (40%), Japan (21%), Taiwan (13%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $26.5M | 40% |
| Japan | $13.9M | 21% |
| Taiwan | $8.5M | 13% |
| Germany | $6.3M | 9.6% |
| India | $2.4M | 3.7% |
| Canada | $2.3M | 3.4% |
| South Korea | $1.7M | 2.5% |
| Thailand | $887K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $702K | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | $536K | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.39 per kg, 66% above the world average of $5.66. 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.
Chain part exports from the United States
The United States exported $47.3 million of chain part in 2024 (5.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 120 countries. One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 63% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $29.7M | 63% |
| Canada | $5.9M | 13% |
| Colombia | $2.1M | 4.5% |
| China | $1.4M | 3% |
| South Korea | $1.1M | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.0M | 2.2% |
| Brazil | $735K | 1.6% |
| Argentina | $549K | 1.2% |
| Norway | $343K | 0.7% |
| Singapore | $308K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States chain part imports (HS 7315.19): 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 7315.19: Chain: articulated link parts, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of chain part imported by the United States?
The United States imported chain part worth $65.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 192 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply chain part to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($26.5 million), followed by Japan (21%) and Taiwan (13%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 41% on the year.
What is the average import price of chain part per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.39 per kg in 2024, 66% above the world average of $5.66 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of chain part to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $54.8 million in 2017 to $65.8 million in 2024, an increase of 20%. The peak was 2022 at $90.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $65.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export chain part?
Yes. The United States exported $47.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Colombia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $18.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for chain part?
The HS code for chain part is subheading 7315.19. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7315 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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