Electron microscopes imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $436.2 million of electron microscopes in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 4th of 168 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 22% on 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 | $436.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $358.0M | 977 t |
| 2022 | $307.2M | 895 t |
| 2021 | $241.4M | 735 t |
| 2020 | $218.2M | 658 t |
| 2019 | $364.0M | 986 t |
| 2018 | $357.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2017 | $265.0M | 816 t |
Where the United States imports electron microscopes from
Czech Republic alone supplied 53% of it. Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest (+38% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Czech Republic | $229.1M | 53% |
| Netherlands | $81.1M | 19% |
| Germany | $43.1M | 9.9% |
| Japan | $40.8M | 9.4% |
| United Kingdom | $12.3M | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $10.5M | 2.4% |
| Switzerland | $4.5M | 1% |
| Canada | $3.2M | 0.7% |
| Singapore | $2.0M | 0.5% |
| France | $1.6M | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $406.74 per kg, 44% above the world average of $282.89. 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.
Electron microscopes exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported electron microscopes worth $165.6 million (423 tonnes). It ranks 6th of 98 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were China (29%), Taiwan (15%), South Korea (14%). Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+586% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $48.3M | 29% |
| Taiwan | $24.4M | 15% |
| South Korea | $23.3M | 14% |
| Japan | $21.5M | 13% |
| Germany | $7.2M | 4.4% |
| Canada | $5.5M | 3.3% |
| Singapore | $5.4M | 3.3% |
| Czech Republic | $2.5M | 1.5% |
| France | $2.3M | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $2.3M | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States electron microscopes imports (HS 9012.10): 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 9012.10: Microscopes (excluding optical microscopes): diffraction apparatus.
Common questions
What is the value of electron microscopes imported by the United States?
The United States imported electron microscopes worth $436.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 168 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply electron microscopes to the United States?
The Czech Republic was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($229.1 million), followed by the Netherlands (19%) and Germany (10%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 594% on the year.
What is the average import price of electron microscopes per kg?
The average declared import value was about $406.74 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $282.89 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of electron microscopes to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $265.0 million in 2017 to $436.2 million in 2024, an increase of 65%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $318.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export electron microscopes?
Yes. The United States exported $165.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Taiwan and South Korea. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $270.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for electron microscopes?
The HS code for electron microscopes is subheading 9012.10. 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 9012 page.
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