Glass manufacturing and molding machines imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported glass manufacturing and molding machines worth $117.3 million (2.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 149 countries. Value rose 16% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $117.3M | 2.7K t |
| 2023 | $101.3M | 2.9K t |
| 2022 | $52.1M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $88.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $54.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $62.5M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $63.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2017 | $52.4M | 1.6K t |
Where the United States imports glass manufacturing and molding machines from
The largest suppliers were Italy (31%), Finland (20%), Switzerland (11%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+454% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $36.3M | 31% |
| Finland | $23.9M | 20% |
| Switzerland | $12.8M | 11% |
| Malaysia | $11.9M | 10% |
| China | $9.9M | 8.4% |
| Germany | $7.6M | 6.5% |
| Sweden | $3.1M | 2.7% |
| United Kingdom | $2.4M | 2.1% |
| Bosnia Herzegovina | $2.2M | 1.9% |
| Romania | $2.1M | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $43.53 per kg, 99% above the world average of $21.87. 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.
Glass manufacturing and molding machines exports from the United States
Exports of glass manufacturing and molding machines by the United States reached $26.0 million in 2024 (644 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 76 countries. Most of it went to South Korea (34%), Luxembourg (17%), Turkey (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $8.8M | 34% |
| Luxembourg | $4.5M | 17% |
| Turkey | $2.7M | 11% |
| China | $1.5M | 5.6% |
| Taiwan | $1.2M | 4.5% |
| Canada | $967K | 3.7% |
| India | $867K | 3.3% |
| Romania | $839K | 3.2% |
| Germany | $829K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $749K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States glass manufacturing and molding machines imports (HS 8475.29): 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 8475.29: Machines: for manufacturing or hot working glass or glassware, not for making optical fibres and preforms thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of glass manufacturing and molding machines imported by the United States?
The United States imported glass manufacturing and molding machines worth $117.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 149 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply glass manufacturing and molding machines to the United States?
Italy was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($36.3 million), followed by Finland (20%) and Switzerland (11%). The top three together account for 62%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 454% on the year.
What is the average import price of glass manufacturing and molding machines per kg?
The average declared import value was about $43.53 per kg in 2024, 99% above the world average of $21.87 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of glass manufacturing and molding machines to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $52.4 million in 2017 to $117.3 million in 2024, an increase of 124%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $74.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export glass manufacturing and molding machines?
Yes. The United States exported $26.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Korea, Luxembourg and Turkey. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $91.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for glass manufacturing and molding machines?
The HS code for glass manufacturing and molding machines is subheading 8475.29. 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 8475 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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