Heavy industrial scales 5000kg+ exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported heavy industrial scales 5000kg+ worth $27.2 million (792 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 134 countries for exports of this product. That is 20% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $42.7 million.
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 | $27.2M | 792 t |
| 2023 | $33.9M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $31.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $33.2M | 871 t |
| 2020 | $28.0M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $42.7M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $33.6M | 5.9K t |
| 2017 | $36.1M | 1.1K t |
Where the United States exports heavy industrial scales 5000kg+ to
Canada alone took 51% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $14.0M | 52% |
| Mexico | $2.6M | 9.6% |
| Australia | $802K | 3% |
| Germany | $568K | 2.1% |
| France | $474K | 1.7% |
| Japan | $472K | 1.7% |
| China | $471K | 1.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $425K | 1.6% |
| Brazil | $404K | 1.5% |
| Costa Rica | $338K | 1.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.35 per kg, 716% above the world average of $4.21. 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.
Heavy industrial scales 5000kg+ imports to the United States
Imports of heavy industrial scales 5000kg+ by the United States reached $16.1 million in 2024 (792 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 201 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Canada (29%), United Kingdom (18%), Philippines (16%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+287% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $4.6M | 29% |
| United Kingdom | $2.9M | 18% |
| Philippines | $2.5M | 16% |
| Switzerland | $1.2M | 7.6% |
| China | $1.2M | 7.4% |
| Netherlands | $662K | 4.1% |
| Italy | $491K | 3.1% |
| Mexico | $362K | 2.3% |
| Japan | $352K | 2.2% |
| Germany | $318K | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States heavy industrial scales 5000kg+ exports (HS 8423.89): 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 8423.89: Weighing machines: having a maximum weighing capacity exceeding 5000kg.
Common questions
What is the value of heavy industrial scales 5000kg+ exported by the United States?
The United States exported heavy industrial scales 5000kg+ worth $27.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 792 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 134 countries worldwide, with 10% of world exports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries buy heavy industrial scales 5000kg+ from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 51% of the value ($14.0 million), followed by Mexico (10%) and Australia (3%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 117 buyer countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 128% on the year.
What is the average export price of heavy industrial scales 5000kg+ per kg?
The average declared export value was about $34.35 per kg in 2024, 716% above the world average of $4.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of heavy industrial scales 5000kg+ from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $36.1 million in 2017 to $27.2 million in 2024, a fall of 25%. The peak was 2019 at $42.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $33.3 million a year.
Does the United States also import heavy industrial scales 5000kg+?
Yes. The United States imported $16.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, the United Kingdom and the Philippines. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $11.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for heavy industrial scales 5000kg+?
The HS code for heavy industrial scales 5000kg+ is subheading 8423.89. 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 8423 page.
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