Cotter pins exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of cotter pins by the United States reached $247.6 million in 2024 (15.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 169 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 8% on 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 | $247.6M | 15.9K t |
| 2023 | $230.3M | 18.1K t |
| 2022 | $228.3M | 17.2K t |
| 2021 | $195.9M | 14.8K t |
| 2020 | $167.1M | 13.0K t |
| 2019 | $214.7M | 15.1K t |
| 2018 | $212.8M | 16.2K t |
| 2017 | $202.2M | 15.9K t |
Where the United States exports cotter pins to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (34%), China (8%), Canada (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Colombia grew fastest (+180% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $83.1M | 34% |
| China | $19.9M | 8.1% |
| Canada | $19.3M | 7.8% |
| Chile | $17.5M | 7.1% |
| Peru | $11.6M | 4.7% |
| Czech Republic | $9.6M | 3.9% |
| Colombia | $8.4M | 3.4% |
| Germany | $7.1M | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $6.8M | 2.8% |
| Australia | $5.1M | 2.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $15.55 per kg, 54% above the world average of $10.10. 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.
Cotter pins imports to the United States
Imports of cotter pins by the United States reached $141.7 million in 2024 (7.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 213 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were China (34%), Taiwan (13%), Japan (13%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $47.9M | 34% |
| Taiwan | $18.4M | 13% |
| Japan | $18.2M | 13% |
| France | $10.3M | 7.3% |
| Philippines | $10.2M | 7.2% |
| Czech Republic | $5.7M | 4% |
| Germany | $5.5M | 3.9% |
| Netherlands | $5.3M | 3.8% |
| Mexico | $4.6M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $2.6M | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States cotter pins exports (HS 7318.24): 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 7318.24: Iron or steel: non-threaded cotters and cotter-pins.
Common questions
What is the value of cotter pins exported by the United States?
The United States exported cotter pins worth $247.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 169 countries worldwide, with 22% of world exports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy cotter pins from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($83.1 million), followed by China (8%) and Canada (8%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 146 buyer countries in total. Colombia grew fastest among the top ten, up 180% on the year.
What is the average export price of cotter pins per kg?
The average declared export value was about $15.55 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $10.10 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of cotter pins from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $202.2 million in 2017 to $247.6 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $212.4 million a year.
Does the United States also import cotter pins?
Yes. The United States imported $141.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Taiwan and Japan. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $105.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for cotter pins?
The HS code for cotter pins is subheading 7318.24. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7318 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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