CNC knee-type milling machines exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $3.3 million of cnc knee-type milling machines in 2024 (152 tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 41 countries. That is 12% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $6.8 million.
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 | $3.3M | 153 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 798 t |
| 2022 | $2.9M | 224 t |
| 2021 | $4.2M | 399 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 248 t |
| 2019 | $4.1M | 295 t |
| 2018 | $6.8M | 561 t |
| 2017 | $6.8M | 468 t |
Where the United States exports cnc knee-type milling machines to
Most of it went to Mexico (38%), Switzerland (19%), Canada (18%). Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $1.2M | 38% |
| Switzerland | $630K | 19% |
| Canada | $574K | 18% |
| South Korea | $187K | 5.7% |
| Thailand | $130K | 4% |
| China | $108K | 3.3% |
| India | $105K | 3.2% |
| Serbia | $62K | 1.9% |
| Malaysia | $54K | 1.7% |
| Honduras | $43K | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.41 per kg, close to the world average of $19.30.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
CNC knee-type milling machines imports to the United States
Imports of cnc knee-type milling machines by the United States reached $3.1 million in 2024 (82 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 117 countries. Most of the value came from Switzerland (46%), Italy (16%), China (13%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+241% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $1.5M | 46% |
| Italy | $500K | 16% |
| China | $413K | 13% |
| France | $307K | 9.8% |
| Taiwan | $194K | 6.2% |
| Malaysia | $100K | 3.2% |
| Japan | $73K | 2.3% |
| South Korea | $52K | 1.7% |
| Kuwait | $17K | 0.6% |
| India | $14K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States cnc knee-type milling machines exports (HS 8459.51): 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 8459.51: Machine-tools: for milling by removing metal, knee-type, numerically controlled.
Common questions
What is the value of cnc knee-type milling machines exported by the United States?
The United States exported cnc knee-type milling machines worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 152 tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 41 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy cnc knee-type milling machines from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 38% of the value ($1.2 million), followed by Switzerland (19%) and Canada (18%). The top three together account for 75%, out of 25 buyer countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 509% on the year.
What is the average export price of cnc knee-type milling machines per kg?
The average declared export value was about $21.41 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $19.30 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of cnc knee-type milling machines from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.8 million in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, a fall of 52%. The peak was 2017 at $6.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import cnc knee-type milling machines?
Yes. The United States imported $3.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Switzerland, Italy and China. That compares with exports of $3.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for cnc knee-type milling machines?
The HS code for cnc knee-type milling machines is subheading 8459.51. 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 8459 page.
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