Distribution transformers imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $218.2 million of distribution transformers in 2024 (38.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 210 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 8% 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 | $218.2M | 38.4K t |
| 2023 | $201.6M | 36.1K t |
| 2022 | $195.6M | 59.5K t |
| 2021 | $158.7M | 9.1K t |
| 2020 | $118.1M | 55.4K t |
| 2019 | $120.1M | 65.8K t |
| 2018 | $121.2M | 29.3K t |
| 2017 | $117.2M | 39.0K t |
Where the United States imports distribution transformers from
The largest suppliers were Mexico (27%), Canada (13%), Malaysia (10%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+656% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $58.9M | 27% |
| Canada | $28.6M | 13% |
| Malaysia | $21.6M | 9.9% |
| China | $18.0M | 8.3% |
| Vietnam | $14.7M | 6.7% |
| Philippines | $11.0M | 5.1% |
| India | $9.7M | 4.4% |
| Germany | $9.4M | 4.3% |
| Netherlands | $8.4M | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $6.1M | 2.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.68 per kg, close to the world average of $4.87.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Distribution transformers exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported distribution transformers worth $75.4 million (25.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 136 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Mexico (24%), Canada (18%), China (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Sweden grew fastest (+220% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $17.8M | 24% |
| Canada | $13.4M | 18% |
| China | $4.5M | 6% |
| Malaysia | $2.8M | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $2.5M | 3.3% |
| Sweden | $2.3M | 3.1% |
| Singapore | $2.1M | 2.7% |
| South Korea | $1.9M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $1.9M | 2.5% |
| Taiwan | $1.7M | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States distribution transformers imports (HS 8504.32): 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 8504.32: Transformers: n.e.c. in item no. 8504.2, having a power handling capacity exceeding 1kVA but not exceeding 16kVA.
Common questions
What is the value of distribution transformers imported by the United States?
The United States imported distribution transformers worth $218.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 38.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 210 countries worldwide, with 24% of world imports. The value was up 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply distribution transformers to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($58.9 million), followed by Canada (13%) and Malaysia (10%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 67 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 656% on the year.
What is the average import price of distribution transformers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.68 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $4.87 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of distribution transformers to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $117.2 million in 2017 to $218.2 million in 2024, an increase of 86%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $156.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export distribution transformers?
Yes. The United States exported $75.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $142.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for distribution transformers?
The HS code for distribution transformers is subheading 8504.32. 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 8504 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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