Conveyor systems (other) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $1.87 billion of conveyor systems (other) in 2024 (97.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 204 countries for imports of this product. That is 31% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $1.87B | 97.7K t |
| 2023 | $1.42B | 73.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.42B | 85.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.29B | 84.0K t |
| 2020 | $770.7M | 47.6K t |
| 2019 | $771.2M | 47.7K t |
| 2018 | $801.8M | 51.1K t |
| 2017 | $958.9M | 61.5K t |
Where the United States imports conveyor systems (other) from
The largest suppliers were Austria (19%), Canada (16%), South Korea (15%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+454% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Austria | $359.0M | 19% |
| Canada | $302.2M | 16% |
| South Korea | $282.0M | 15% |
| Germany | $217.7M | 12% |
| Japan | $154.1M | 8.3% |
| Italy | $115.2M | 6.2% |
| China | $75.2M | 4% |
| Mexico | $66.7M | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $42.7M | 2.3% |
| Poland | $35.8M | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $19.09 per kg, 27% above the world average of $15.02. 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.
Conveyor systems (other) exports from the United States
The United States exported $543.1 million of conveyor systems (other) in 2024 (27.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 136 countries. Most of it went to Canada (50%), Mexico (20%), China (4%). Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest (+130% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $270.0M | 50% |
| Mexico | $108.1M | 20% |
| China | $24.3M | 4.5% |
| Brazil | $18.0M | 3.3% |
| Australia | $14.1M | 2.6% |
| South Korea | $11.4M | 2.1% |
| Chile | $10.4M | 1.9% |
| Japan | $7.5M | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $5.6M | 1% |
| Germany | $4.7M | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States conveyor systems (other) imports (HS 8428.39): 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 8428.39: Elevators and conveyors: continuous-action, for goods or materials, n.e.c. in item no. 8428.20, 8428.31, 8428.32 or 8428.33.
Common questions
What is the value of conveyor systems (other) imported by the United States?
The United States imported conveyor systems (other) worth $1.87 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 97.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 204 countries worldwide, with 24% of world imports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries supply conveyor systems (other) to the United States?
Austria was the largest supplier with 19% of the value ($359.0 million), followed by Canada (16%) and South Korea (15%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 66 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 454% on the year.
What is the average import price of conveyor systems (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $19.09 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $15.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of conveyor systems (other) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $958.9 million in 2017 to $1.87 billion in 2024, an increase of 95%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.16 billion a year.
Does the United States also export conveyor systems (other)?
Yes. The United States exported $543.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $1.32 billion a year.
What is the HS code for conveyor systems (other)?
The HS code for conveyor systems (other) is subheading 8428.39. 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 8428 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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