Flexographic printing machines imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported flexographic printing machines worth $150.1 million (5.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 158 countries. That is 34% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $227.3 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 | $150.1M | 5.2K t |
| 2023 | $227.3M | 6.4K t |
| 2022 | $180.4M | 6.1K t |
| 2021 | $157.0M | 4.7K t |
| 2020 | $130.0M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $197.9M | 6.9K t |
| 2018 | $177.5M | 5.0K t |
| 2017 | $178.7M | 6.6K t |
Where the United States imports flexographic printing machines from
Germany alone supplied 58% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+100% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $86.4M | 58% |
| France | $19.3M | 13% |
| Italy | $13.3M | 8.8% |
| Canada | $8.6M | 5.7% |
| United Kingdom | $5.3M | 3.6% |
| Czech Republic | $4.7M | 3.2% |
| Denmark | $4.0M | 2.7% |
| Switzerland | $1.6M | 1.1% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 1.1% |
| China | $1.0M | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $28.71 per kg, 89% above the world average of $15.16. 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.
Flexographic printing machines exports from the United States
The United States exported $59.9 million of flexographic printing machines in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 85 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (24%), Canada (15%), Netherlands (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 48%. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+190% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $14.4M | 24% |
| Canada | $8.8M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $5.6M | 9.4% |
| Germany | $5.0M | 8.3% |
| France | $3.8M | 6.4% |
| India | $2.8M | 4.7% |
| Brazil | $2.7M | 4.5% |
| Poland | $2.2M | 3.6% |
| Belgium | $1.6M | 2.7% |
| Venezuela | $1.4M | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States flexographic printing machines imports (HS 8443.16): 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 8443.16: Printing machinery: flexographic.
Common questions
What is the value of flexographic printing machines imported by the United States?
The United States imported flexographic printing machines worth $150.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 158 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was down 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply flexographic printing machines to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 58% of the value ($86.4 million), followed by France (13%) and Italy (9%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 29 supplier countries in total. Switzerland grew fastest among the top ten, up 152% on the year.
What is the average import price of flexographic printing machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $28.71 per kg in 2024, 89% above the world average of $15.16 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of flexographic printing machines to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $178.7 million in 2017 to $150.1 million in 2024, a fall of 16%. The peak was 2023 at $227.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $174.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export flexographic printing machines?
Yes. The United States exported $59.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $90.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for flexographic printing machines?
The HS code for flexographic printing machines is subheading 8443.16. 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 8443 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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