Dredgers imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $24.9 million of dredgers in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value fell 73% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $91.1 million.
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 | $24.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2023 | $91.1M | 382 t |
| 2022 | $8.8M | 378 t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 197 t |
| 2020 | $10.5M | 939 t |
| 2019 | $3.5M | 582 t |
| 2018 | $68.8M | 491 t |
| 2017 | $4.2M | 643 t |
Where the United States imports dredgers from
Most of the value came from Japan (48%), Netherlands (40%), Canada (6%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+103% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $12.0M | 48% |
| Netherlands | $10.1M | 40% |
| Canada | $1.5M | 5.9% |
| Italy | $727K | 2.9% |
| Germany | $663K | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.44 per kg, 223% above the world average of $6.33. 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.
Dredgers exports from the United States
The United States exported $22.7 million of dredgers in 2024 (4.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Canada (50%), Bangladesh (39%), Indonesia (4%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $11.3M | 50% |
| Bangladesh | $8.8M | 39% |
| Indonesia | $960K | 4.2% |
| Nicaragua | $309K | 1.4% |
| South Africa | $272K | 1.2% |
| Bolivia | $219K | 1% |
| Brazil | $183K | 0.8% |
| Chile | $165K | 0.7% |
| Turks and Caicos Isds | $127K | 0.6% |
| Nigeria | $114K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States dredgers imports (HS 8905.10): 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 8905.10: Dredgers.
Common questions
What is the value of dredgers imported by the United States?
The United States imported dredgers worth $24.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 128 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 73% on 2023.
Which countries supply dredgers to the United States?
Japan was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($12.0 million), followed by the Netherlands (40%) and Canada (6%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 103% on the year.
What is the average import price of dredgers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $20.44 per kg in 2024, 223% above the world average of $6.33 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of dredgers to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.2 million in 2017 to $24.9 million in 2024, an increase of 496%. The peak was 2023 at $91.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.7 million a year.
Does the United States also export dredgers?
Yes. The United States exported $22.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Bangladesh and Indonesia. That compares with imports of $24.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for dredgers?
The HS code for dredgers is subheading 8905.10. It sits in HS chapter 89 (ships, boats and floating structures). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8905 page.
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