Digital multimeters imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported digital multimeters worth $125.8 million (2.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 214 countries. Value rose 13% on 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 | $125.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2023 | $111.7M | 3.0K t |
| 2022 | $125.2M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $124.6M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $89.6M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $96.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $118.2M | 813 t |
| 2017 | $118.1M | 677 t |
Where the United States imports digital multimeters from
Most of the value came from China (42%), Taiwan (12%), Malaysia (10%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+943% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $53.0M | 42% |
| Taiwan | $14.8M | 12% |
| Malaysia | $12.4M | 9.9% |
| Germany | $7.3M | 5.8% |
| South Korea | $7.2M | 5.7% |
| Belgium | $7.2M | 5.7% |
| Thailand | $4.2M | 3.3% |
| Hong Kong | $3.8M | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $2.0M | 1.6% |
| Japan | $2.0M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $51.85 per kg, close to the world average of $58.64.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Digital multimeters exports from the United States
The United States exported $81.5 million of digital multimeters in 2024 (352 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 153 countries. Most of it went to Mexico (20%), Australia (9%), Canada (7%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+75% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $16.0M | 20% |
| Australia | $7.5M | 9.2% |
| Canada | $5.6M | 6.9% |
| Netherlands | $4.7M | 5.7% |
| India | $4.3M | 5.3% |
| Japan | $4.3M | 5.2% |
| Singapore | $3.9M | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $3.6M | 4.5% |
| South Korea | $2.5M | 3% |
| China | $2.2M | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States digital multimeters imports (HS 9030.31): 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 9030.31: Multimeters: for measuring or checking voltage, current, resistance or power, without a recording device.
Common questions
What is the value of digital multimeters imported by the United States?
The United States imported digital multimeters worth $125.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 214 countries worldwide, with 14% of world imports. The value was up 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply digital multimeters to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($53.0 million), followed by Taiwan (12%) and Malaysia (10%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 74 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 943% on the year.
What is the average import price of digital multimeters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $51.85 per kg in 2024, 12% below the world average of $58.64 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of digital multimeters to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $118.1 million in 2017 to $125.8 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $113.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export digital multimeters?
Yes. The United States exported $81.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Australia and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $44.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for digital multimeters?
The HS code for digital multimeters is subheading 9030.31. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9030 page.
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