Electrical test meters imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $540.8 million of electrical test meters in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 217 countries. That is 11% more than in 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 | $540.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $486.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2022 | $484.0M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $416.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $331.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $372.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $355.7M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $360.1M | 1.8K t |
Where the United States imports electrical test meters from
The largest suppliers were Mexico (17%), China (15%), Taiwan (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 45%. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+126% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $92.9M | 17% |
| China | $79.7M | 15% |
| Taiwan | $72.7M | 13% |
| Germany | $57.7M | 11% |
| Japan | $28.2M | 5.2% |
| United Kingdom | $23.3M | 4.3% |
| Malaysia | $23.0M | 4.3% |
| Canada | $20.5M | 3.8% |
| South Korea | $16.5M | 3% |
| Italy | $15.9M | 2.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $276.93 per kg, 118% above the world average of $126.94. 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.
Electrical test meters exports from the United States
Exports of electrical test meters by the United States reached $385.7 million in 2024 (1.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 177 countries. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (17%), China (13%), Canada (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 43%. Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+41% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $65.2M | 17% |
| China | $49.9M | 13% |
| Canada | $49.8M | 13% |
| Germany | $18.6M | 4.8% |
| United Kingdom | $13.9M | 3.6% |
| Malaysia | $13.7M | 3.6% |
| South Korea | $13.4M | 3.5% |
| India | $12.8M | 3.3% |
| Japan | $12.5M | 3.2% |
| Singapore | $12.2M | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States electrical test meters imports (HS 9030.33): 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 9030.33: Instruments and apparatus: for measuring or checking voltage, current, resistance or power, without a recording device (excluding multimeters).
Common questions
What is the value of electrical test meters imported by the United States?
The United States imported electrical test meters worth $540.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 217 countries worldwide, with 18% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply electrical test meters to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 17% of the value ($92.9 million), followed by China (15%) and Taiwan (13%). The top three together account for 45%, out of 85 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 126% on the year.
What is the average import price of electrical test meters per kg?
The average declared import value was about $276.93 per kg in 2024, 118% above the world average of $126.94 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electrical test meters to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $360.1 million in 2017 to $540.8 million in 2024, an increase of 50%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $418.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export electrical test meters?
Yes. The United States exported $385.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, China and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $155.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for electrical test meters?
The HS code for electrical test meters is subheading 9030.33. 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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