Electric lighter exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported electric lighter worth $89.6 million (3.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 127 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 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 | $89.6M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $87.4M | 4.0K t |
| 2022 | $96.3M | 3.7K t |
| 2021 | $100.6M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $80.1M | 1.8K t |
| 2019 | $71.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $75.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $70.2M | 2.4K t |
Where the United States exports electric lighter to
The largest buyer markets were China (45%), Mexico (13%), Canada (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+110% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $40.5M | 45% |
| Mexico | $11.6M | 13% |
| Canada | $8.1M | 9.1% |
| South Korea | $4.1M | 4.6% |
| Hong Kong | $4.0M | 4.4% |
| Germany | $3.5M | 3.9% |
| Japan | $3.0M | 3.3% |
| Turkey | $1.5M | 1.7% |
| Taiwan | $1.3M | 1.4% |
| Australia | $780K | 0.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $26.27 per kg, 207% above the world average of $8.56. 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.
Electric lighter imports to the United States
Imports of electric lighter by the United States reached $88.7 million in 2024 (11.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 209 countries. One supplier dominates: China accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+65% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $64.2M | 72% |
| Spain | $9.6M | 11% |
| Mexico | $8.1M | 9.1% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 1.2% |
| Canada | $1.0M | 1.1% |
| Indonesia | $884K | 1% |
| Italy | $850K | 1% |
| Thailand | $491K | 0.6% |
| Bulgaria | $313K | 0.4% |
| Slovakia | $309K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States electric lighter exports (HS 9613.80): 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 9613.80: Lighters: whether or not mechanical or electrical, n.e.c. in heading no. 9613.
Common questions
What is the value of electric lighter exported by the United States?
The United States exported electric lighter worth $89.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 127 countries worldwide, with 18% of world exports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy electric lighter from the United States?
China was the largest buyer with 45% of the value ($40.5 million), followed by Mexico (13%) and Canada (9%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 122 buyer countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 110% on the year.
What is the average export price of electric lighter per kg?
The average declared export value was about $26.27 per kg in 2024, 207% above the world average of $8.56 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of electric lighter from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $70.2 million in 2017 to $89.6 million in 2024, an increase of 28%. The peak was 2021 at $100.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $83.9 million a year.
Does the United States also import electric lighter?
Yes. The United States imported $88.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, Spain and Mexico. That compares with exports of $89.6 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for electric lighter?
The HS code for electric lighter is subheading 9613.80. It sits in HS chapter 96 (miscellaneous manufactured articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9613 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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