Glass tubes (standard) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $43.3 million of glass tubes (standard) in 2024 (8.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 85 countries. That is 51% 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 .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $43.3M | 8.4K t |
| 2023 | $28.7M | 7.0K t |
| 2022 | $41.9M | 8.3K t |
| 2021 | $27.7M | 8.7K t |
| 2020 | $35.6M | 6.9K t |
| 2019 | $32.4M | 12.0K t |
| 2018 | $28.3M | 14.0K t |
| 2017 | $26.4M | 13.8K t |
Where the United States exports glass tubes (standard) to
Most of it went to Mexico (34%), Saudi Arabia (24%), France (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $14.7M | 34% |
| Saudi Arabia | $10.3M | 24% |
| France | $3.6M | 8.4% |
| Germany | $3.2M | 7.4% |
| China | $2.1M | 4.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.8M | 4.2% |
| South Korea | $1.4M | 3.2% |
| Kuwait | $951K | 2.2% |
| Japan | $627K | 1.5% |
| India | $562K | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.18 per kg, 121% above the world average of $2.34. 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.
Glass tubes (standard) imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported glass tubes (standard) worth $6.1 million (832 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Germany alone supplied 71% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.3M | 71% |
| China | $494K | 8.2% |
| Netherlands | $339K | 5.6% |
| India | $149K | 2.5% |
| Thailand | $148K | 2.5% |
| Hong Kong | $121K | 2% |
| Canada | $102K | 1.7% |
| Malaysia | $83K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $48K | 0.8% |
| Italy | $40K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States glass tubes (standard) exports (HS 7002.39): 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 7002.39: Glass: unworked, in tubes, other than of glass having a linear coefficient of expansion not exceeding 5 x 10 (to the minus 6, (or 0.000005) ) per Kelvin within a temperature range of 0-300 degrees C, not fused quartz or other fused silica.
Common questions
What is the value of glass tubes (standard) exported by the United States?
The United States exported glass tubes (standard) worth $43.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 85 countries worldwide, with 14% of world exports. The value was up 51% on 2023.
Which countries buy glass tubes (standard) from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($14.7 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (24%) and France (8%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 80 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 146% on the year.
What is the average export price of glass tubes (standard) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.18 per kg in 2024, 121% above the world average of $2.34 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of glass tubes (standard) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $26.4 million in 2017 to $43.3 million in 2024, an increase of 64%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $33.0 million a year.
Does the United States also import glass tubes (standard)?
Yes. The United States imported $6.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, China and the Netherlands. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $37.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for glass tubes (standard)?
The HS code for glass tubes (standard) is subheading 7002.39. It sits in HS chapter 70 (glass and glassware). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7002 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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