Computer units (other types) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $11.64 billion of computer units (other types) in 2024 (33.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 219 countries. Value rose 115% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $11.64B | 33.3K t |
| 2023 | $5.41B | 18.0K t |
| 2022 | $5.59B | 19.3K t |
| 2021 | $3.47B | 13.7K t |
| 2020 | $3.28B | 13.7K t |
| 2019 | $2.92B | 11.4K t |
| 2018 | $3.46B | 12.7K t |
| 2017 | $3.05B | 12.2K t |
Where the United States imports computer units (other types) from
One supplier dominates: Taiwan accounted for 58% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+724% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $6.70B | 58% |
| Mexico | $2.57B | 22% |
| Vietnam | $657.6M | 5.7% |
| China | $425.6M | 3.7% |
| Malaysia | $386.6M | 3.3% |
| Thailand | $153.5M | 1.3% |
| Canada | $94.7M | 0.8% |
| Hungary | $80.6M | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $71.0M | 0.6% |
| Brazil | $64.7M | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $349.09 per kg, close to the world average of $364.63.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Computer units (other types) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported computer units (other types) worth $3.15 billion (8.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 192 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Malaysia (33%), Netherlands (12%), Taiwan (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Iceland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $1.03B | 33% |
| Netherlands | $393.5M | 13% |
| Taiwan | $256.1M | 8.1% |
| Mexico | $231.0M | 7.3% |
| Hong Kong | $196.0M | 6.2% |
| Canada | $98.4M | 3.1% |
| Germany | $78.9M | 2.5% |
| Iceland | $76.2M | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $67.7M | 2.2% |
| Japan | $66.5M | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States computer units (other types) imports (HS 8471.80): 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 8471.80: Units of automatic data processing machines: n.e.c. in item no. 8471.50, 8471.60 or 8471.70.
Common questions
What is the value of computer units (other types) imported by the United States?
The United States imported computer units (other types) worth $11.64 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 33.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 219 countries worldwide, with 20% of world imports. The value was up 115% on 2023.
Which countries supply computer units (other types) to the United States?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($6.70 billion), followed by Mexico (22%) and Vietnam (6%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 112 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 724% on the year.
What is the average import price of computer units (other types) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $349.09 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $364.63 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of computer units (other types) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.05 billion in 2017 to $11.64 billion in 2024, an increase of 281%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.85 billion a year.
Does the United States also export computer units (other types)?
Yes. The United States exported $3.15 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malaysia, the Netherlands and Taiwan. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $8.49 billion a year.
What is the HS code for computer units (other types)?
The HS code for computer units (other types) is subheading 8471.80. 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 8471 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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