Flow meters exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of flow meters by the United States reached $1.13 billion in 2024 (5.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 193 countries for exports of this product. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.13B | 5.7K t |
| 2023 | $1.11B | 6.0K t |
| 2022 | $978.9M | 6.1K t |
| 2021 | $892.8M | 5.4K t |
| 2020 | $830.7M | 5.2K t |
| 2019 | $911.6M | 6.6K t |
| 2018 | $902.3M | 6.7K t |
| 2017 | $838.8M | 6.4K t |
Where the United States exports flow meters to
Most of it went to Canada (15%), Germany (9%), Mexico (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 33%.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $168.2M | 15% |
| Germany | $104.5M | 9.2% |
| Mexico | $101.8M | 9% |
| China | $97.5M | 8.6% |
| Brazil | $87.5M | 7.7% |
| United Kingdom | $55.3M | 4.9% |
| France | $37.0M | 3.3% |
| Singapore | $35.5M | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $30.6M | 2.7% |
| Australia | $29.5M | 2.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $199.75 per kg, 95% above the world average of $102.34. 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.
Flow meters imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported flow meters worth $946.9 million (5.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 221 countries. The largest suppliers were Mexico (25%), Germany (15%), Canada (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 50%.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $240.7M | 25% |
| Germany | $146.6M | 16% |
| Canada | $85.7M | 9.1% |
| China | $80.7M | 8.5% |
| Japan | $63.3M | 6.7% |
| United Kingdom | $60.2M | 6.4% |
| France | $42.3M | 4.5% |
| Switzerland | $27.0M | 2.9% |
| Netherlands | $26.6M | 2.8% |
| Norway | $19.5M | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States flow meters exports (HS 9026.10): 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 9026.10: Instruments and apparatus: for measuring or checking the flow or level of liquids.
Common questions
What is the value of flow meters exported by the United States?
The United States exported flow meters worth $1.13 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 193 countries worldwide, with 16% of world exports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries buy flow meters from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 15% of the value ($168.2 million), followed by Germany (9%) and Mexico (9%). The top three together account for 33%, out of 178 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 12% on the year.
What is the average export price of flow meters per kg?
The average declared export value was about $199.75 per kg in 2024, 95% above the world average of $102.34 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of flow meters from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $838.8 million in 2017 to $1.13 billion in 2024, an increase of 35%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $949.8 million a year.
Does the United States also import flow meters?
Yes. The United States imported $946.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Mexico, Germany and Canada. That compares with exports of $1.13 billion in the same year.
What is the HS code for flow meters?
The HS code for flow meters is subheading 9026.10. 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 9026 page.
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