Clutches and shaft couplings exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of clutches and shaft couplings by the United States reached $508.5 million in 2024 (12.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 175 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. 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 | $508.5M | 12.1K t |
| 2023 | $523.4M | 12.7K t |
| 2022 | $498.0M | 13.9K t |
| 2021 | $427.1M | 11.6K t |
| 2020 | $361.4M | 9.9K t |
| 2019 | $445.0M | 14.0K t |
| 2018 | $441.3M | 14.1K t |
| 2017 | $453.3M | 14.1K t |
Where the United States exports clutches and shaft couplings to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (22%), Canada (17%), China (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $114.1M | 22% |
| Canada | $86.2M | 17% |
| China | $28.7M | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $20.7M | 4.1% |
| Australia | $20.1M | 4% |
| Germany | $18.7M | 3.7% |
| Brazil | $18.3M | 3.6% |
| Japan | $17.9M | 3.5% |
| Singapore | $12.8M | 2.5% |
| Italy | $11.5M | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $42.06 per kg, 108% above the world average of $20.24. 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.
Clutches and shaft couplings imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported clutches and shaft couplings worth $499.2 million (16.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 217 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from Germany (21%), Japan (15%), Canada (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 47%. Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+40% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $104.8M | 21% |
| Japan | $76.7M | 15% |
| Canada | $55.6M | 11% |
| Italy | $53.0M | 11% |
| China | $37.1M | 7.4% |
| Mexico | $29.7M | 5.9% |
| India | $25.1M | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $22.6M | 4.5% |
| France | $14.4M | 2.9% |
| Thailand | $10.0M | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States clutches and shaft couplings exports (HS 8483.60): 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 8483.60: Clutches and shaft couplings (including universal joints).
Common questions
What is the value of clutches and shaft couplings exported by the United States?
The United States exported clutches and shaft couplings worth $508.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 175 countries worldwide, with 13% of world exports. The value was down 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy clutches and shaft couplings from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 22% of the value ($114.1 million), followed by Canada (17%) and China (6%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 163 buyer countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 23% on the year.
What is the average export price of clutches and shaft couplings per kg?
The average declared export value was about $42.06 per kg in 2024, 108% above the world average of $20.24 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of clutches and shaft couplings from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $453.3 million in 2017 to $508.5 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2023 at $523.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $457.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import clutches and shaft couplings?
Yes. The United States imported $499.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Japan and Canada. That compares with exports of $508.5 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for clutches and shaft couplings?
The HS code for clutches and shaft couplings is subheading 8483.60. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8483 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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