Gas welding and brazing apparatus imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $14.3 million of gas welding and brazing apparatus in 2024 (335 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 201 countries for imports of this product. That is 33% more than in 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 | $14.3M | 335 t |
| 2023 | $10.7M | 301 t |
| 2022 | $15.8M | 381 t |
| 2021 | $16.3M | 480 t |
| 2020 | $12.7M | 395 t |
| 2019 | $14.2M | 440 t |
| 2018 | $17.0M | 1.4K t |
| 2017 | $13.3M | 403 t |
Where the United States imports gas welding and brazing apparatus from
The largest suppliers were Italy (22%), Ireland (18%), China (17%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+503% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $3.1M | 22% |
| Ireland | $2.6M | 18% |
| China | $2.4M | 17% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 12% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 8.1% |
| Hungary | $715K | 5% |
| Japan | $711K | 5% |
| South Korea | $636K | 4.5% |
| Canada | $330K | 2.3% |
| India | $267K | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $42.66 per kg, 91% above the world average of $22.34. 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.
Gas welding and brazing apparatus exports from the United States
Exports of gas welding and brazing apparatus by the United States reached $12.3 million in 2024 (251 tonnes). It ranks 4th of 117 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (40%), Canada (13%), Trinidad and Tobago (7%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+568% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $4.9M | 40% |
| Canada | $1.6M | 13% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $908K | 7.4% |
| India | $605K | 4.9% |
| China | $404K | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $205K | 1.7% |
| Singapore | $194K | 1.6% |
| Peru | $193K | 1.6% |
| Brazil | $191K | 1.6% |
| Czech Republic | $162K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States gas welding and brazing apparatus imports (HS 8468.20): 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 8468.20: Machinery and apparatus: gas operated machinery and apparatus n.e.c. in item no. 8468.10, for soldering, brazing or welding, whether or not capable of cutting.
Common questions
What is the value of gas welding and brazing apparatus imported by the United States?
The United States imported gas welding and brazing apparatus worth $14.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 335 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 201 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was up 33% on 2023.
Which countries supply gas welding and brazing apparatus to the United States?
Italy was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($3.1 million), followed by Ireland (18%) and China (17%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 34 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 503% on the year.
What is the average import price of gas welding and brazing apparatus per kg?
The average declared import value was about $42.66 per kg in 2024, 91% above the world average of $22.34 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of gas welding and brazing apparatus to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.3 million in 2017 to $14.3 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. The peak was 2018 at $17.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export gas welding and brazing apparatus?
Yes. The United States exported $12.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Trinidad and Tobago. That compares with imports of $14.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for gas welding and brazing apparatus?
The HS code for gas welding and brazing apparatus is subheading 8468.20. 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 8468 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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