Desktop computers imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported desktop computers worth $1.73 billion (10.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 215 countries for imports of this product. That is 8% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $2.64 billion.
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 | $1.73B | 10.6K t |
| 2023 | $1.89B | 10.8K t |
| 2022 | $2.64B | 16.9K t |
| 2021 | $2.59B | 17.3K t |
| 2020 | $2.15B | 15.3K t |
| 2019 | $2.10B | 15.5K t |
| 2018 | $1.74B | 11.2K t |
| 2017 | $1.67B | 13.1K t |
Where the United States imports desktop computers from
The largest suppliers were China (39%), Taiwan (23%), Vietnam (9%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+76% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $671.0M | 39% |
| Taiwan | $394.1M | 23% |
| Vietnam | $157.0M | 9.1% |
| Mexico | $151.0M | 8.7% |
| Germany | $61.8M | 3.6% |
| Canada | $55.0M | 3.2% |
| Japan | $42.1M | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $26.4M | 1.5% |
| Italy | $18.8M | 1.1% |
| Malaysia | $17.3M | 1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $163.50 per kg, 44% above the world average of $113.21. 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.
Desktop computers exports from the United States
Exports of desktop computers by the United States reached $924.7 million in 2024 (5.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 172 countries. Most of it went to France (19%), Mexico (10%), Ireland (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 37%. Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+79% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $171.3M | 19% |
| Mexico | $90.1M | 9.7% |
| Ireland | $80.1M | 8.7% |
| Canada | $65.3M | 7.1% |
| Japan | $48.7M | 5.3% |
| Netherlands | $42.6M | 4.6% |
| United Kingdom | $42.4M | 4.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $39.0M | 4.2% |
| Singapore | $36.4M | 3.9% |
| Germany | $30.6M | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States desktop computers imports (HS 8471.41): 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 8471.41: Automatic data processing machines: comprising in the same housing at least a central processing unit and an input and output unit, whether or not combined, n.e.c. in item no. 8471.30.
Common questions
What is the value of desktop computers imported by the United States?
The United States imported desktop computers worth $1.73 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 215 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply desktop computers to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($671.0 million), followed by Taiwan (23%) and Vietnam (9%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 91 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 98% on the year.
What is the average import price of desktop computers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $163.50 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $113.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of desktop computers to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.67 billion in 2017 to $1.73 billion in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2022 at $2.64 billion. Over 8 years the average was $2.06 billion a year.
Does the United States also export desktop computers?
Yes. The United States exported $924.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Mexico and Ireland. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $806.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for desktop computers?
The HS code for desktop computers is subheading 8471.41. 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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