CNC cylindrical grinders imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of cnc cylindrical grinders by the United States reached $145.4 million in 2024 (3.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 127 countries for imports of this product. That is 37% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $145.4M | 3.0K t |
| 2023 | $106.1M | 2.4K t |
| 2022 | $91.0M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $67.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $71.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $95.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $71.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $83.9M | 2.0K t |
Where the United States imports cnc cylindrical grinders from
Most of the value came from Germany (37%), Switzerland (27%), Italy (11%). Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+228% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $54.1M | 37% |
| Switzerland | $38.8M | 27% |
| Italy | $16.5M | 11% |
| Japan | $15.0M | 10% |
| Czech Republic | $7.8M | 5.4% |
| Taiwan | $4.1M | 2.8% |
| Sweden | $2.7M | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $2.1M | 1.4% |
| Spain | $1.2M | 0.8% |
| Australia | $1.1M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $47.75 per kg, 25% above the world average of $38.33. 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.
CNC cylindrical grinders exports from the United States
The United States exported $25.8 million of cnc cylindrical grinders in 2024 (650 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 64 countries. Most of it went to China (29%), Mexico (17%), Switzerland (14%). Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $7.6M | 29% |
| Mexico | $4.3M | 17% |
| Switzerland | $3.6M | 14% |
| India | $3.1M | 12% |
| Japan | $1.7M | 6.7% |
| Spain | $1.4M | 5.3% |
| Taiwan | $1.3M | 5% |
| Brazil | $949K | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $546K | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $313K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States cnc cylindrical grinders imports (HS 8460.23): 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 8460.23: Machine-tools: cylindrical grinding machines (excluding flat-surface and centreless), numerically controlled.
Common questions
What is the value of cnc cylindrical grinders imported by the United States?
The United States imported cnc cylindrical grinders worth $145.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 127 countries worldwide, with 15% of world imports. The value was up 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply cnc cylindrical grinders to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 37% of the value ($54.1 million), followed by Switzerland (27%) and Italy (11%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. The Czech Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 228% on the year.
What is the average import price of cnc cylindrical grinders per kg?
The average declared import value was about $47.75 per kg in 2024, 25% above the world average of $38.33 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of cnc cylindrical grinders to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $83.9 million in 2017 to $145.4 million in 2024, an increase of 73%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $91.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export cnc cylindrical grinders?
Yes. The United States exported $25.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Mexico and Switzerland. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $119.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for cnc cylindrical grinders?
The HS code for cnc cylindrical grinders is subheading 8460.23. 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 8460 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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