Electromagnetic clutches and brakes imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported electromagnetic clutches and brakes worth $102.6 million (3.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 196 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $142.0 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 | $102.6M | 3.5K t |
| 2023 | $104.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $142.0M | 4.6K t |
| 2021 | $125.3M | 3.9K t |
| 2020 | $85.8M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $100.0M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $109.3M | 4.7K t |
| 2017 | $99.1M | 3.6K t |
Where the United States imports electromagnetic clutches and brakes from
Most of the value came from Germany (34%), Japan (16%), China (16%). Among the main suppliers, Singapore grew fastest (+452% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $34.9M | 34% |
| Japan | $16.7M | 16% |
| China | $16.6M | 16% |
| France | $7.2M | 7% |
| Singapore | $3.3M | 3.2% |
| Hong Kong | $2.9M | 2.9% |
| Mexico | $2.5M | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $2.4M | 2.4% |
| Spain | $2.0M | 2% |
| Canada | $1.7M | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $29.30 per kg, 36% above the world average of $21.57. 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.
Electromagnetic clutches and brakes exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported electromagnetic clutches and brakes worth $77.8 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 122 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (23%), Canada (16%), United Kingdom (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 45%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+51% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $17.8M | 23% |
| Canada | $12.3M | 16% |
| United Kingdom | $5.0M | 6.5% |
| Germany | $4.9M | 6.2% |
| China | $4.2M | 5.4% |
| France | $3.2M | 4.1% |
| Italy | $2.9M | 3.8% |
| Austria | $2.6M | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $1.7M | 2.2% |
| Iraq | $1.6M | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States electromagnetic clutches and brakes imports (HS 8505.20): 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 8505.20: Magnets: electro-magnetic couplings, clutches and brakes.
Common questions
What is the value of electromagnetic clutches and brakes imported by the United States?
The United States imported electromagnetic clutches and brakes worth $102.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 196 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply electromagnetic clutches and brakes to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($34.9 million), followed by Japan (16%) and China (16%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 55 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 452% on the year.
What is the average import price of electromagnetic clutches and brakes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $29.30 per kg in 2024, 36% above the world average of $21.57 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of electromagnetic clutches and brakes to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $99.1 million in 2017 to $102.6 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2022 at $142.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $108.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export electromagnetic clutches and brakes?
Yes. The United States exported $77.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $24.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for electromagnetic clutches and brakes?
The HS code for electromagnetic clutches and brakes is subheading 8505.20. 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 8505 page.
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