Control instrument parts exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of control instrument parts by the United States reached $458.5 million in 2024 (5.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 162 countries for exports of this product. That is 11% more than in 2023. 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 | $458.5M | 5.9K t |
| 2023 | $413.6M | 5.9K t |
| 2022 | $463.3M | 5.5K t |
| 2021 | $410.9M | 6.4K t |
| 2020 | $393.3M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $443.3M | 6.3K t |
| 2018 | $526.7M | 4.1K t |
| 2017 | $486.2M | 3.8K t |
Where the United States exports control instrument parts to
Most of it went to Mexico (35%), China (9%), Canada (7%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $161.9M | 35% |
| China | $41.4M | 9% |
| Canada | $33.5M | 7.3% |
| South Korea | $33.1M | 7.2% |
| Japan | $17.7M | 3.9% |
| France | $16.9M | 3.7% |
| Singapore | $16.4M | 3.6% |
| India | $11.8M | 2.6% |
| Brazil | $10.7M | 2.3% |
| Germany | $10.5M | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $78.33 per kg, 63% above the world average of $47.93. 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.
Control instrument parts imports to the United States
The United States imported $373.1 million of control instrument parts in 2024 (12.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 215 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Mexico (33%), China (14%), Germany (9%). Among the main suppliers, Finland grew fastest (+67% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $121.6M | 33% |
| China | $51.6M | 14% |
| Germany | $32.3M | 8.7% |
| Canada | $18.4M | 4.9% |
| Hungary | $15.9M | 4.3% |
| Japan | $15.1M | 4% |
| Malaysia | $11.2M | 3% |
| Finland | $9.9M | 2.7% |
| Italy | $9.7M | 2.6% |
| France | $9.2M | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States control instrument parts exports (HS 9032.90): 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 9032.90: Regulating or controlling instruments and apparatus: automatic, parts and accessories.
Common questions
What is the value of control instrument parts exported by the United States?
The United States exported control instrument parts worth $458.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 162 countries worldwide, with 10% of world exports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy control instrument parts from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 35% of the value ($161.9 million), followed by China (9%) and Canada (7%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 154 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 200% on the year.
What is the average export price of control instrument parts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $78.33 per kg in 2024, 63% above the world average of $47.93 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of control instrument parts from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $486.2 million in 2017 to $458.5 million in 2024, a fall of 6%. The peak was 2018 at $526.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $449.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import control instrument parts?
Yes. The United States imported $373.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Mexico, China and Germany. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $85.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for control instrument parts?
The HS code for control instrument parts is subheading 9032.90. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9032 page.
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