Evaporative coolers imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of evaporative coolers by the United States reached $754.5 million in 2024 (43.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 212 countries. That is 19% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
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 | $754.5M | 43.1K t |
| 2023 | $634.8M | 36.4K t |
| 2022 | $401.7M | 26.0K t |
| 2021 | $298.8M | 19.4K t |
| 2020 | $217.8M | 14.7K t |
| 2019 | $293.4M | 20.0K t |
| 2018 | $287.5M | 19.1K t |
| 2017 | $275.3M | 20.5K t |
Where the United States imports evaporative coolers from
The largest suppliers were Canada (42%), Mexico (27%), Jordan (10%). Among the main suppliers, Jordan grew fastest (+133% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $313.7M | 42% |
| Mexico | $200.5M | 27% |
| Jordan | $76.7M | 10% |
| South Korea | $23.8M | 3.2% |
| Italy | $20.4M | 2.7% |
| China | $18.2M | 2.4% |
| Spain | $16.4M | 2.2% |
| Malaysia | $10.7M | 1.4% |
| Indonesia | $8.9M | 1.2% |
| India | $8.9M | 1.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $17.49 per kg, close to the world average of $15.26.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Evaporative coolers exports from the United States
The United States exported $184.3 million of evaporative coolers in 2024 (9.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 136 countries. One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 54% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $98.8M | 54% |
| United Kingdom | $12.0M | 6.5% |
| Mexico | $8.9M | 4.8% |
| Costa Rica | $7.9M | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $5.1M | 2.8% |
| Philippines | $4.5M | 2.4% |
| Brazil | $3.7M | 2% |
| Singapore | $3.1M | 1.7% |
| Switzerland | $2.7M | 1.5% |
| Cayman Isds | $2.4M | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States evaporative coolers imports (HS 8415.83): 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 8415.83: Air conditioning machines: containing a motor driven fan, other than window or wall types, not incorporating a refrigerating unit.
Common questions
What is the value of evaporative coolers imported by the United States?
The United States imported evaporative coolers worth $754.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 43.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 212 countries worldwide, with 20% of world imports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries supply evaporative coolers to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($313.7 million), followed by Mexico (27%) and Jordan (10%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 62 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 200% on the year.
What is the average import price of evaporative coolers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $17.49 per kg in 2024, 15% above the world average of $15.26 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of evaporative coolers to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $275.3 million in 2017 to $754.5 million in 2024, an increase of 174%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $395.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export evaporative coolers?
Yes. The United States exported $184.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the United Kingdom and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $570.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for evaporative coolers?
The HS code for evaporative coolers is subheading 8415.83. It sits in HS chapter 84 (machinery and mechanical appliances, boilers, nuclear reactors; parts thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8415 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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