Chromatography equipment exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $474.5 million of chromatography equipment in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 117 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 7% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $474.5M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $510.3M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $494.5M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $501.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $418.8M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $475.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $560.6M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $529.7M | 1.5K t |
Where the United States exports chromatography equipment to
Most of it went to China (16%), Germany (10%), India (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $75.1M | 16% |
| Germany | $45.2M | 9.5% |
| India | $36.1M | 7.6% |
| Canada | $21.9M | 4.6% |
| Hong Kong | $18.5M | 3.9% |
| South Korea | $18.5M | 3.9% |
| Singapore | $17.4M | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $17.2M | 3.6% |
| Ireland | $16.5M | 3.5% |
| Japan | $16.3M | 3.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $417.63 per kg, close to the world average of $357.14.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Chromatography equipment imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported chromatography equipment worth $278.1 million (625 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 187 countries. The largest suppliers were Sweden (22%), Germany (14%), Singapore (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $61.9M | 22% |
| Germany | $38.6M | 14% |
| Singapore | $31.3M | 11% |
| Canada | $29.6M | 11% |
| Japan | $23.3M | 8.4% |
| United Kingdom | $22.1M | 8% |
| Mexico | $15.1M | 5.4% |
| Switzerland | $13.0M | 4.7% |
| France | $9.0M | 3.2% |
| China | $8.3M | 3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States chromatography equipment exports (HS 9027.20): 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 9027.20: Chromatographs and electrophoresis instruments.
Common questions
What is the value of chromatography equipment exported by the United States?
The United States exported chromatography equipment worth $474.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 117 countries worldwide, with 17% of world exports. The value was down 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy chromatography equipment from the United States?
China was the largest buyer with 16% of the value ($75.1 million), followed by Germany (10%) and India (8%). The top three together account for 33%, out of 136 buyer countries in total.
What is the average export price of chromatography equipment per kg?
The average declared export value was about $417.63 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $357.14 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of chromatography equipment from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $529.7 million in 2017 to $474.5 million in 2024, a fall of 10%. The peak was 2018 at $560.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $495.6 million a year.
Does the United States also import chromatography equipment?
Yes. The United States imported $278.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Sweden, Germany and Singapore. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $196.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for chromatography equipment?
The HS code for chromatography equipment is subheading 9027.20. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9027 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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