Circuit breakers imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of circuit breakers by the United States reached $2.39 billion in 2024 (55.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 222 countries. That is 19% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average.
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 | $2.39B | 55.1K t |
| 2023 | $2.01B | 46.9K t |
| 2022 | $1.93B | 48.9K t |
| 2021 | $1.68B | 43.8K t |
| 2020 | $1.44B | 39.1K t |
| 2019 | $1.42B | 38.9K t |
| 2018 | $1.37B | 35.9K t |
| 2017 | $1.03B | 31.6K t |
Where the United States imports circuit breakers from
Most of the value came from Mexico (41%), Dominican Republic (29%), Italy (12%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+60% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $978.4M | 41% |
| Dominican Republic | $701.3M | 29% |
| Italy | $275.2M | 12% |
| Czech Republic | $65.9M | 2.8% |
| China | $58.8M | 2.5% |
| India | $49.3M | 2.1% |
| France | $39.2M | 1.6% |
| Canada | $37.8M | 1.6% |
| Brazil | $33.6M | 1.4% |
| Germany | $31.2M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $43.37 per kg, 48% above the world average of $29.28. 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.
Circuit breakers exports from the United States
Exports of circuit breakers by the United States reached $675.3 million in 2024 (14.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 188 countries. Mexico alone took 54% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $364.1M | 54% |
| Canada | $100.5M | 15% |
| Dominican Republic | $39.0M | 5.8% |
| China | $14.3M | 2.1% |
| Taiwan | $13.1M | 1.9% |
| India | $9.9M | 1.5% |
| United Kingdom | $8.8M | 1.3% |
| South Korea | $7.8M | 1.2% |
| Philippines | $7.4M | 1.1% |
| Costa Rica | $6.6M | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States circuit breakers imports (HS 8536.20): 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 8536.20: Electrical apparatus: automatic circuit breakers, for a voltage not exceeding 1000 volts.
Common questions
What is the value of circuit breakers imported by the United States?
The United States imported circuit breakers worth $2.39 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 55.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 222 countries worldwide, with 21% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply circuit breakers to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($978.4 million), followed by the Dominican Republic (29%) and Italy (12%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 81 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 60% on the year.
What is the average import price of circuit breakers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $43.37 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $29.28 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of circuit breakers to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.03 billion in 2017 to $2.39 billion in 2024, an increase of 131%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.66 billion a year.
Does the United States also export circuit breakers?
Yes. The United States exported $675.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and the Dominican Republic. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $1.71 billion a year.
What is the HS code for circuit breakers?
The HS code for circuit breakers is subheading 8536.20. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8536 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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