Desk cutlery imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported desk cutlery worth $32.2 million (1.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 211 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $32.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2023 | $31.5M | 1.6K t |
| 2022 | $21.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $23.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2020 | $18.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $18.5M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $19.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $21.2M | 2.1K t |
Where the United States imports desk cutlery from
China alone supplied 82% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $26.5M | 82% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 4.7% |
| Taiwan | $1.2M | 3.6% |
| India | $1.1M | 3.4% |
| Canada | $353K | 1.1% |
| France | $284K | 0.9% |
| Vietnam | $277K | 0.9% |
| Mexico | $234K | 0.7% |
| Ireland | $214K | 0.7% |
| Thailand | $124K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.48 per kg, 183% above the world average of $7.24. 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.
Desk cutlery exports from the United States
The United States exported $1.6 million of desk cutlery in 2024 (142 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Canada (16%), Mexico (16%), Panama (5%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+125% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $256K | 16% |
| Mexico | $250K | 16% |
| Panama | $71K | 4.6% |
| France | $65K | 4.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $64K | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $62K | 4% |
| Germany | $58K | 3.7% |
| Slovakia | $55K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $53K | 3.4% |
| Czech Republic | $49K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States desk cutlery imports (HS 8214.10): 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 8214.10: Cutlery: paper knives, letter openers, erasing knives, pencil sharpeners and blades therefore.
Common questions
What is the value of desk cutlery imported by the United States?
The United States imported desk cutlery worth $32.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 211 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply desk cutlery to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($26.5 million), followed by Germany (5%) and Taiwan (4%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 696% on the year.
What is the average import price of desk cutlery per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.48 per kg in 2024, 183% above the world average of $7.24 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of desk cutlery to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.2 million in 2017 to $32.2 million in 2024, an increase of 52%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $23.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export desk cutlery?
Yes. The United States exported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Panama. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $30.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for desk cutlery?
The HS code for desk cutlery is subheading 8214.10. It sits in HS chapter 82 (tools, implements, cutlery, spoons and forks, of base metal; parts thereof, of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8214 page.
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