Display refrigeration units imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of display refrigeration units by the United States reached $1.29 billion in 2024 (140.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 221 countries. Value rose 4% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
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 | $1.29B | 140.7K t |
| 2023 | $1.24B | 127.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.37B | 156.1K t |
| 2021 | $1.20B | 145.0K t |
| 2020 | $853.0M | 105.0K t |
| 2019 | $837.4M | 103.6K t |
| 2018 | $845.0M | 99.3K t |
| 2017 | $719.2M | 85.6K t |
Where the United States imports display refrigeration units from
Most of the value came from China (38%), Mexico (34%), Canada (8%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+42% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $494.5M | 38% |
| Mexico | $433.3M | 34% |
| Canada | $102.1M | 7.9% |
| Thailand | $70.9M | 5.5% |
| Italy | $52.6M | 4.1% |
| South Korea | $31.8M | 2.5% |
| Turkey | $19.9M | 1.5% |
| Guatemala | $16.0M | 1.2% |
| Austria | $15.0M | 1.2% |
| Ireland | $8.7M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.16 per kg, close to the world average of $8.08.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Display refrigeration units exports from the United States
Exports of display refrigeration units by the United States reached $233.8 million in 2024 (20.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 147 countries. One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 54% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $125.2M | 54% |
| Mexico | $42.2M | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $5.0M | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $3.9M | 1.7% |
| Brazil | $3.1M | 1.3% |
| Australia | $3.1M | 1.3% |
| Costa Rica | $2.9M | 1.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.7M | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $2.5M | 1.1% |
| Philippines | $2.1M | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States display refrigeration units imports (HS 8418.50): 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 8418.50: Furniture incorporating refrigerating or freezing equipment: for storage and display, n.e.c. in item no. 8418.1, 8418.2, 8418.3 or 8418.4 (chests, cabinets, display counters, show-cases and the like).
Common questions
What is the value of display refrigeration units imported by the United States?
The United States imported display refrigeration units worth $1.29 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 140.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 221 countries worldwide, with 17% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply display refrigeration units to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($494.5 million), followed by Mexico (34%) and Canada (8%). The top three together account for 80%, out of 64 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 84% on the year.
What is the average import price of display refrigeration units per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.16 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $8.08 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of display refrigeration units to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $719.2 million in 2017 to $1.29 billion in 2024, an increase of 79%. The peak was 2022 at $1.37 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.04 billion a year.
Does the United States also export display refrigeration units?
Yes. The United States exported $233.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $1.06 billion a year.
What is the HS code for display refrigeration units?
The HS code for display refrigeration units is subheading 8418.50. 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 8418 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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