Diesel generator sets small exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $215.0 million of diesel generator sets small in 2024 (17.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 149 countries for exports of this product. That is 15% less 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 | $215.0M | 17.4K t |
| 2023 | $252.6M | 23.1K t |
| 2022 | $218.4M | 22.7K t |
| 2021 | $181.9M | 17.2K t |
| 2020 | $146.0M | 14.5K t |
| 2019 | $234.6M | 24.2K t |
| 2018 | $166.1M | 15.9K t |
| 2017 | $146.7M | 10.5K t |
Where the United States exports diesel generator sets small to
Most of it went to Canada (39%), Mexico (8%), United Kingdom (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Ecuador grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $82.9M | 39% |
| Mexico | $17.0M | 7.9% |
| United Kingdom | $11.6M | 5.4% |
| Spain | $10.6M | 4.9% |
| Australia | $9.8M | 4.6% |
| France | $8.7M | 4.1% |
| China | $7.7M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $6.0M | 2.8% |
| Ecuador | $5.1M | 2.4% |
| Bahamas | $5.0M | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.35 per kg, 67% above the world average of $7.38. 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.
Diesel generator sets small imports to the United States
The United States imported $159.0 million of diesel generator sets small in 2024 (13.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 217 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Japan (25%), Italy (10%), Canada (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 45%. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $40.5M | 26% |
| Italy | $16.3M | 10% |
| Canada | $14.1M | 8.9% |
| Dominican Republic | $12.8M | 8.1% |
| Germany | $12.7M | 8% |
| Mexico | $12.2M | 7.7% |
| China | $11.8M | 7.4% |
| Brazil | $10.3M | 6.5% |
| Netherlands | $8.9M | 5.6% |
| Peru | $5.2M | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States diesel generator sets small exports (HS 8502.11): 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 8502.11: Electric generating sets: with compression-ignition internal combustion piston engines (diesel or semi-diesel engines), of an output not exceeding 75kVA.
Common questions
What is the value of diesel generator sets small exported by the United States?
The United States exported diesel generator sets small worth $215.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 149 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries buy diesel generator sets small from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 39% of the value ($82.9 million), followed by Mexico (8%) and the United Kingdom (5%). The top three together account for 52%, out of 127 buyer countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 65% on the year.
What is the average export price of diesel generator sets small per kg?
The average declared export value was about $12.35 per kg in 2024, 67% above the world average of $7.38 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of diesel generator sets small from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $146.7 million in 2017 to $215.0 million in 2024, an increase of 47%. The peak was 2023 at $252.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $195.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import diesel generator sets small?
Yes. The United States imported $159.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, Italy and Canada. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $56.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for diesel generator sets small?
The HS code for diesel generator sets small is subheading 8502.11. It sits in HS chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8502 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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